Sennheiser
Sennheiser HD 800S
Over-ear · 2016
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 800S 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 800S if…
- ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
- ✓Premium build
- ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
Pick 64 Audio U12t if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Sennheiser HD 800S 95
vs 95 64 Audio U12t
Score breakdown
Sennheiser HD 800S
95 anc 93
sound 95
comfort 94
battery 82
features 91
64 Audio U12t
95 anc 0
sound 95
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Sennheiser HD 800S | 64 Audio U12t |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-ear | IEM |
| Release year | 2016 | — |
Sennheiser HD 800S
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
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 800S vs 64 Audio U12t
Which is better, Sennheiser HD 800S or 64 Audio U12t? +
Both score 95 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Sennheiser HD 800S worth the price? +
At $1,699, Sennheiser HD 800S delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in sound.
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 800S 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.