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Master & Dynamic MG20 vs Sennheiser HD 650

Side-by-side comparison — scores, specs and which one fits your setup.

Master & Dynamic MG20
8.2
/ 10
Over-earHigh end
HIGHER SCORE
Sennheiser HD 650
9.0
/ 10
Over-earHigh end

Specs comparison

8.2/10
SCORE
9/10
32Ω
IMPEDANCE
300Ω
106dB
SENSITIVITY
103dB
No
NEEDS AMP
Yes

Analysis

The Master & Dynamic MG20 scores 8.2/10 with 32Ω impedance and 106dB sensitivity. At 32Ω, it drives well from most phones without an external amp.

The Sennheiser HD 650 scores 9/10 with 300Ω impedance and 103dB sensitivity. At 300Ω, it also benefits from amplification to perform at its best.

Based on our scoring, the Sennheiser HD 650 scores higher overall. However, the right choice depends on your full audio chain — use our analyzer to see which fits your actual setup.

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