Sennheiser
Sennheiser HD 800 S
Open-back
95
/ 100
From $1,699
VS
64 Audio
64 Audio U12t
IEM
95
/ 100
From $1,999
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Sennheiser HD 800 S lands at 95 and 64 Audio U12t at 95. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Sennheiser HD 800 S if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Pick 64 Audio U12t if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Sennheiser HD 800 S 95
vs 95 64 Audio U12t
Score breakdown
Sennheiser HD 800 S
95 anc 0
sound 95
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
64 Audio U12t
95 anc 0
sound 95
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Sennheiser HD 800 S | 64 Audio U12t |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Open-back | IEM |
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
64 Audio U12t
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 800 S vs 64 Audio U12t
Which is better, Sennheiser HD 800 S or 64 Audio U12t? +
Both score 95 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Sennheiser HD 800 S worth the price? +
At $1,699, Sennheiser HD 800 S delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in battery.
Is 64 Audio U12t worth the price? +
At $1,999, 64 Audio U12t delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in battery.
Does Sennheiser HD 800 S or 64 Audio U12t 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.