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Side-by-side comparison — scores, specs and which one fits your setup.
Specs comparison
Analysis
The Sennheiser HD 800 scores 9.2/10 with 300Ω impedance and 102dB sensitivity. At 300Ω, it benefits significantly from a dedicated amplifier.
The Audeze LCD-2 scores 9.1/10 with 70Ω impedance and 101dB sensitivity. At 70Ω, it also benefits from amplification to perform at its best.
Based on our scoring, the Sennheiser HD 800 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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