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Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White — Open-back
Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White

Open-back

90
/ 100
From $399
VS
Meze Audio 109 Pro — Open-back
Meze Audio

Meze Audio 109 Pro

Open-back

90
/ 100
From $799
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White lands at 90 and Meze Audio 109 Pro at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White if…

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

Pick Meze Audio 109 Pro 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

Tie

Tuning, detail, and staging

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Noise cancelling

Tie

ANC strength for commute and travel

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Comfort

Tie

Long-session wearability

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White more score per dollar ($399 vs $799).

Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White 90
vs
90 Meze Audio 109 Pro

Score breakdown

Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White
90
anc 0
sound 90
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Meze Audio 109 Pro
90
anc 0
sound 90
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White versus Meze Audio 109 Pro — full spec comparison
Spec Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White Meze Audio 109 Pro
Type
Open-back
Open-back

Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White

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

Meze Audio 109 Pro

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: Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White vs Meze Audio 109 Pro

Which is better, Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White or Meze Audio 109 Pro? +

Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White worth the price? +

At $399, Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in battery.

Is Meze Audio 109 Pro worth the price? +

At $799, Meze Audio 109 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in battery.

Does Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White or Meze Audio 109 Pro 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 the better value, Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White or Meze Audio 109 Pro? +

Sennheiser HD 600 · Arctic White — more score per dollar ($399 vs $799). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.