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Sennheiser HD 650 — Over-ear · 2003
Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 650

Over-ear · 2003

90
/ 100
From $499
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 650 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 650 if…

  • ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • ✓Premium build
  • ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)

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

Sennheiser HD 650

ANC strength for commute and travel

Sennheiser HD 650 leads on anc (88 vs 0).

Comfort

Tie

Long-session wearability

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

Value for money

Sennheiser HD 650

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Sennheiser HD 650 more score per dollar ($499 vs $799).

Sennheiser HD 650 90
vs
90 Meze Audio 109 Pro

Score breakdown

Sennheiser HD 650
90
anc 88
sound 90
comfort 89
battery 82
features 86
Meze Audio 109 Pro
90
anc 0
sound 90
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

Sennheiser HD 650 versus Meze Audio 109 Pro — full spec comparison
Spec Sennheiser HD 650 Meze Audio 109 Pro
Type
Over-ear
Open-back
Release year
2003
—

Sennheiser HD 650

Pros
  • +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • +Premium build
  • +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
  • −Battery varies by codec
  • −Some are Bluetooth-only
  • −Price creep vs previous gen

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 650 vs Meze Audio 109 Pro

Which is better, Sennheiser HD 650 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 650 worth the price? +

At $499, Sennheiser HD 650 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in sound.

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 650 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 better for noise cancelling, Sennheiser HD 650 or Meze Audio 109 Pro? +

Sennheiser HD 650 — leads on anc (88 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.

Which is the better value, Sennheiser HD 650 or Meze Audio 109 Pro? +

Sennheiser HD 650 — more score per dollar ($499 vs $799). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.