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EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black) — Gaming · 2022 · Black
EPOS

EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black)

Gaming · 2022 · Black

86
/ 100
From $279
VS
Sennheiser HD 800 S wins by 9
Sennheiser HD 800 S — Open-back
Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 800 S

Open-back

95
/ 100
From $1,699
Specdex verdict

Sennheiser HD 800 S takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black) lands at 86 and Sennheiser HD 800 S at 95. That puts Sennheiser HD 800 S ahead by 9 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility

Pick Sennheiser HD 800 S if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Sennheiser HD 800 S

Tuning, detail, and staging

Sennheiser HD 800 S leads on sound (95 vs 86).

Noise cancelling

EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black)

ANC strength for commute and travel

EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black) leads on anc (70 vs 0).

Comfort

Sennheiser HD 800 S

Long-session wearability

Sennheiser HD 800 S leads on comfort (88 vs 84).

Value for money

EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black) more score per dollar ($279 vs $1,699).

EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black) 86
vs
95 Sennheiser HD 800 S

Score breakdown

EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black)
86
anc 70
sound 86
comfort 84
battery 86
features 86
Sennheiser HD 800 S
95
anc 0
sound 95
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black) versus Sennheiser HD 800 S — full spec comparison
Spec EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black) Sennheiser HD 800 S
Type
Gaming headset
Open-back
Variant
Black
—
Release year
2022
—

EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black)

Pros
  • +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • +Detachable broadcast mic
  • +Console compatibility
Cons
  • −Bulkier than audiophile cans
  • −Game-tuned EQ
  • −Software required on PC

Sennheiser HD 800 S

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • −Requires amplifier (most)
  • −No active noise cancellation
  • −Impractical for commuting

FAQ: EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black) vs Sennheiser HD 800 S

Which is better, EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800 S? +

Sennheiser HD 800 S scores 95 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 9. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black) worth the price? +

At $279, EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.

Is Sennheiser HD 800 S worth the price? +

At $1,699, Sennheiser HD 800 S delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in battery.

Does EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800 S last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800 S? +

Sennheiser HD 800 S — leads on sound (95 vs 86). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black) or Sennheiser HD 800 S? +

EPOS H3Pro Hybrid (Black) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.