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Samson SR850 vs Sennheiser HD 201

Samson SR850 Headphones
Samson SR850
Sennheiser HD 201 Headphones
Sennheiser HD 201
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Editiorial reviews
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2 editorial reviews
Once in a while a headphone comes along that costs very little but hits way way way above its own weight and into the realm of some much pricier competition. In this case, we have the Samson SR850 which has been 2p modded and cup clearance modded to produce impressive open sound for audiophiles on aRead more
The Samson SR850 are budget-friendly over-ear headphones intended for audiophiles. Their semi-open design helps create a wide, spacious soundstage, while their b...Read more
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3.6 out of 5
5 user ratings
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User rating
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3.8 out of 5
172 user ratings
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32 %
4 stars
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3.7 out of 5
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Full Comparison

Technical details

Samson SR850Samson SR850
Sennheiser HD 201Sennheiser HD 201
Sound outputStereoStereo
StyleOver-EarOn-Ear
Connectivity technologyWiredWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)nono

Design

Samson SR850Samson SR850
Sennheiser HD 201Sennheiser HD 201
Colour of productBlack
  • Black
  • Black,Silver
  • Grey
Acoustic designOpenClosed
Attachment typeHeadbandHeadband

Dimensions

Samson SR850Samson SR850
Sennheiser HD 201Sennheiser HD 201
Weight9.74 oz5.82 oz

Sound

Samson SR850Samson SR850
Sennheiser HD 201Sennheiser HD 201
Impedance32.0 Ω24.0 Ω
Frequency range10 - 3000021 - 18000
Driver technologyDynamicDynamic
Driver size1.97 in1.57 in

Connectivity

Samson SR850Samson SR850
Sennheiser HD 201Sennheiser HD 201
Cable length2.53.0
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedyesyes
Type of connector3.5mm
  • 3.5mm
  • 6.3mm
USBnono
Detachable cablenono

Power

Samson SR850Samson SR850
Sennheiser HD 201Sennheiser HD 201
Battery operatednono

Pros & Cons

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