I tested these cheap wired earbuds from Sennheiser and never went back heres why everyone needs a pair

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Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:23:45 +0000

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These cheap wired earbuds from Sennheiser are among the best Ive tested and theyre the ideal pick for anyone who wants to take it back to the old school.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Ive been reviewing gadgets at TechRadar for years now, and its pretty rare that something stops me in my tracks and so violently defies my expectations. But sometimes, a special product comes along and totally stuns me: and that was well and truly the
case with the Sennheiser CX 80U .

Now you might be thinking: really? A pair of wired earbuds? But yes, they really were that impressive. See it all comes down to quality vs price, and these earbuds genuinely sound way, way better than I expected given their typical cost of $39.95 / 34.99. If you want rich, detailed sound at a highly-accessible price-point, the CX 80U are all you need. Ill drill into
the beauty of this product more down below, but the bottom line is: the CX
80U are what Id recommend to anyone looking to go back to wired earbuds in 2026. Latest Videos From Watch full video here: Today's best Sennheiser CX
80U deals 34.99 View We check over 250 million products every day for the
best prices Low risk, high reward (Image credit: Future) Ive already touched on the Sennheiser CX 80Us low price (and theyre occasionally discounted for even less), but lets discuss what exactly makes them so special.

These buds use a USB-C connector with a built-in DAC, opening up lossless audio something thats not truly possible over Bluetooth, which is an inherently lossy technology. By using USB-C as a connectivity method, the CX 80U arent only optimized for modern smartphones, tablets, and laptops, but they also wont need to be charged like their Bluetooth counterparts and I often keep them with me in case I forget to juice up my Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones or LG Tone Free T90S earbuds. You may like The best wired earbuds, from cheap USB-C buds to audiophile monitors Best earbuds: top buys, all TechRadar-tested and recommended The best budget earbuds, all real-world tested by our expert audio team

But as practical as the CX 80U are, the real highlight is their performance. They show impeccable attention to detail, and can easily illuminate elements such as subtle percussion or delicate vocal intricacies. However, they also nail the fundamentals, with well-balanced, agile bass, clear mids, and vivid treble.

Speaking of treble, I found this to be a real highlight on the CX 80U highs have an impressive sense of space, and often sound as if theyre operating in
a well-defined pocket, giving percussion in particular plenty of space to express itself. But during my time testing the CX 80U, I was impressed with their quality right across the frequency range, and regardless of what genre
I threw at them, they delivered an enjoyable and entertaining listen each time. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

As well as sounding great, the CX 80U manage to provide surprisingly substantial passive noise cancellation, and they come with various-sized eartips, so you can find the perfect seal. Whenever I use them, I also find that cable noise is pretty muted, and theyre comfortable to wear, even for longer listening sessions.

One more thing I love about the CX 80U is their build quality. They look more premium than their price suggests, and Im drawn to their rounded buds, slim wires, and enticing silver details. Classy.

So, if youre on a budget but looking to get into the wired earbuds game, then it really doesnt get much better than the Sennheiser CX 80U. Go on, give em a go! Today's best Sennheiser CX 80U deals 34.99 View We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices Follow TechRadar on Google News and
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