Sennheiser HD 5 HD 599
The open-back design and dynamic transducer deliver reference-grade spatial audio with a wide 12Hz–38.5kHz frequency response, and the oversized ear pads with replaceable velour cushions ensure secure, long-lasting comfort. Its 50-ohm impedance allows efficient driving from smartphones and laptops, while the flagship 500-series build offers near-audiophile quality without a premium price tag. Best for critical listeners seeking an expansive, natural soundstage for music and movies at home, rather than travel or noisy environments.
About This Headphones
The open-back design and dynamic transducer deliver reference-grade spatial audio with a wide 12Hz–38.5kHz frequency response, and the oversized ear pads with replaceable velour cushions ensure secure, long-lasting comfort. Its 50-ohm impedance allows efficient driving from smartphones and laptops, while the flagship 500-series build offers near-audiophile quality without a premium price tag. Best for critical listeners seeking an expansive, natural soundstage for music and movies at home, rather than travel or noisy environments.
- Form factor over-ear
- Driver type dynamic
- Impedance ohms 50
- Open closed back open
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong build (96th percentile) 96th
- Strong social proof (87th percentile) 87th
Cons
- Below average comfort (2th percentile) 2th
- Below average mic (16th percentile) 16th
- Below average anc (30th percentile) 30th
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open |
| Foldable | No |
| Weight | 0.4 kg / 0.9 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | soft replaceable ear pads |
| Headband | Aluminum |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Freq Min | 12 |
| Freq Max | 38500 |
| Impedance | 50 |
| Sensitivity | 108 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Codecs | SENNHEISER HD 599 Open Back Headphone, Ivory |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
| Transparency | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 6.35mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 2.99 |
Microphone
| Microphone | No |
Value & Pricing
vs Competition
| Spec | Sennheiser HD 5 HD 599 | Sony WH-1000XM WH-1000XM6 | Bowers & Wilkins Px7 Px7 S3 | Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra QuietComfort Ultra | JBL Live 770NC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | 30 | 40 | 45 | - | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 50 | 48 | 33 | 38 | 32 | 32 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | false | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | open | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.0 | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 30 | 50 | 24 | 65 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sennheiser HD 5 HD 599 | 30.4 | 15.7 | 95.9 | 45.8 | 44.4 | 2.4 | 36.8 | 86.8 |
| Sony WH-1000XM WH-1000XM6 Compare | 97.5 | 91.3 | 92.2 | 90.2 | 72.6 | 79.3 | 99.7 | 93.3 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px7 Px7 S3 Compare | 97.5 | 98.4 | 77.1 | 93.2 | 72.6 | 65.6 | 98.6 | 93.3 |
| Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2 Compare | 30.4 | 78.5 | 77.1 | 94.3 | 83.8 | 86.5 | 92.9 | 98.7 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra QuietComfort Ultra Compare | 87.3 | 78.5 | 95.9 | 48.2 | 69 | 79.3 | 99.3 | 93.3 |
| JBL Live 770NC Compare | 97.5 | 78.5 | 97.2 | 85 | 91.6 | 50.7 | 99.9 | 98.7 |
Usage Scores
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