Audeze LCD-X vs Sennheiser HD 800S

Audeze LCD-X
Sennheiser HD 800S

Decision sheet: the facts that decide it

Audeze LCD-X: 4 of 6 decision facts sourced.

Sennheiser HD 800S: 4 of 6 decision facts sourced.

Audeze LCD-XSennheiser HD 800S
Price todayPrice not yet checkedPrice not yet checked
Dimensions1/4 in. (6.35mm) bestbuy.com1/4 in. (6.35mm) bestbuy.com
Weight0.01 pounds bestbuy.com0.73 pounds bestbuy.com
Warranty1 year bestbuy.com2 years bestbuy.com
Starting MSRP$1,199.00 bestbuy.com$1,999.99 bestbuy.com

Not yet sourced — Audeze LCD-X: Power, Capacity. Sennheiser HD 800S: Power, Capacity. No manufacturer, official or retailer source we read publishes these yet; we don't estimate them.

Pick Audeze LCD-X if

Skip both if

  • Neither publishes power or capacity yet.

Verdict: On the figures both makers publish, the Audeze LCD-X leads with lighter (0.01 lb vs 0.73 lb) and lower starting price ($1,199 vs $1,999). Neither publishes power or capacity yet.

Winner: Audeze LCD-X

Audeze LCD-X: 8.5/10

Sennheiser HD 800S: 8.2/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

Audeze LCD-XSennheiser HD 800S
Dimensions1/4 in. (6.35mm)1/4 in. (6.35mm)
Weight0.01 pounds0.73 pounds
Warranty1 year2 years
Starting MSRP$1,199.00$1,999.99
Connection TypeWiredWired
Headphone FitOver-the-EarOver-the-Ear

Audeze LCD-X

What works

  • Deep sub-bass impact with planar speed
  • High resolution and detail retrieval
  • Comfortable for long sessions with suspension headband

What doesn't

  • Requires powerful amplification due to low sensitivity
  • Narrower soundstage than competitors

Sennheiser HD 800S

What works

  • Exceptionally wide and precise soundstage
  • Lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
  • Natural timbre with excellent imaging

What doesn't

  • Bass lacks the slam of planar designs
  • Higher impedance demands dedicated amplification

Bottom line

Our pick: Audeze LCD-X.

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