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Skullcandy Hesh 540 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£70Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wirelessBattery life:65 hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):yes

Skullcandy Hesh 540 Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.5

Overall score

Score
8.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

80%

8.7

Technical score

20%

7.9

User score

★Better than 98% of headphones
8.7

Technical score

Technical score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

52%

8.7

Sound

20%

9.2

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

7.8

Connectivity

6%

9.6

Battery

4%

9.5

Calls & Controls

★Better than 99% of headphones
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

6.7

Number of reviews

Based on 496 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 62% of headphones
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Skullcandy Hesh 540

Technical score
Technical score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components:

52%

8.7

Sound

20%

9.2

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

7.8

Connectivity

6%

9.6

Battery

4%

9.5

Calls & Controls

8.7
User score
User score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

6.7

Number of reviews

Based on 496 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
6.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 60% of models
Popularity:
Skullcandy Hesh 540 has a popularity score of 6.7 points, which is higher than that of 60.3% of products in this category.
6.7
Value for money
Value for money
9.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components:

60%

8.5

Overall score

40%

10

Price

9.0
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
yes
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
yes
â–² Better than 73% of models
This pair of headphones supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
Driver size
40 mm
â–² Better than 29% of models
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.6% of headphones and equal to 53.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Number of drivers
1
â–¼ Worse than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 47.3% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
yes
Noise-canceling microphone
yes
â–² Better than 61% of models
This pair of headphones supports a noise-canceling microphone. 61.1% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
Can be used as a headset
yes
â–² Better than 15% of models
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
4
Number of microphones
4
â–² Better than 88% of models
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 4 microphones, more microphones than 88% of headphones and equal to 5.1% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
Boom microphone
no
â–¼ Worse than 14% of models
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
70 dB
Microphone SNR
70 dB
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <57.2 dB – >95 dB
This pair of headphones has a microphone SNR of 70 dB, lower microphone SNR than 59.2% of headphones and equal to 4.1% of headphones.
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Connectivity
wireless
Connectivity
wireless
â–² Better than 51% of models
This pair of headphones supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 49.2% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
5.3
Bluetooth version
5.3
â–² Better than 89% of models
This pair of headphones uses Bluetooth version 5.3, newer Bluetooth version than 88.7% of headphones and equal to 6.5% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
â–¼ Worse than 17% of models
Market range: <10 m – >15 m
This pair of headphones offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.7% of headphones and equal to 80.6% of headphones.
Audio latency
50 ms
Audio latency
50 ms
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <40 ms – >222 ms
This pair of headphones has audio latency of 50 ms, lower audio latency than 73.1% of headphones and equal to 2.7% of headphones.
Multipoint support
yes
Multipoint support
yes
â–² Better than 69% of models
This pair of headphones supports multipoint. 69.4% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
yes
Ambient sound mode
yes
â–² Better than 75% of models
This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode. 75.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
yes
EQ support
yes
â–² Better than 77% of models
This pair of headphones supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
yes
Companion app
yes
â–² Better than 78% of models
This pair of headphones works with a companion app. 78.4% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
?
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 39% of models
This pair of headphones supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
65 hours
Battery life
65 hours
â–² Better than 85% of models
Market range: <10 hours – >70 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life of 65 hours, higher battery life than 85.5% of headphones and equal to 1.8% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
50 hours
Battery life with ANC
50 hours
â–² Better than 79% of models
Market range: <15 hours – >55 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life with ANC of 50 hours, higher battery life with ANC than 79.3% of headphones and equal to 7.7% of headphones.
Charging time
2 hours
Charging time
2 hours
â–² Better than 48% of models
Market range: <1.5 hours – >3.5 hours
This pair of headphones needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 47.8% of headphones and equal to 39% of headphones.
Quick charge
yes
Quick charge
yes
â–² Better than 67% of models
This pair of headphones supports quick charge. 67% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
850 mAh
Battery capacity
850 mAh
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <290 mAh – >1k mAh
This pair of headphones has a battery capacity of 850 mAh, higher battery capacity than 83.6% of headphones and equal to 1.3% of headphones.
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Brand name
Skullcandy
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
243 g
Weight
243 g
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 243 g, heavier than 59.4% of headphones and equal to 0.2% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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Skullcandy Hesh 540 vs the average pair of headphones

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  • Active noise cancellation
    Active noise cancellation (ANC)
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This pair of headphones supports active noise cancellation, the average pair of headphones does not. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Spatial audio support
    Spatial audio
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This pair of headphones supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • Ambient sound mode
    Ambient sound mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • EQ customization
    EQ support
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This pair of headphones supports EQ customization, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
  • Companion app support
    Companion app
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This pair of headphones works with a companion app, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
  • 17.4 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Sensitivity
    119.4 dB/mW
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <94 dB/mW – >115 dB/mW
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (119.4 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    119.4 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Multipoint support
    Multipoint support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • Wear detection
    In/on-ear detection
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This pair of headphones supports wear detection, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.6% of headphones support in/on-ear detection.
  • 23.3% better value for money
    Skullcandy Hesh 540 has better value for money than the average pair of headphones (8.96 vs 7.3).
    8.96 vs 7.27
  • Foldable design
    Foldable
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Active noise cancellation (ANC)
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This pair of headphones supports active noise cancellation, the average pair of headphones does not. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Spatial audio support
    Spatial audio
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This pair of headphones supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 17.4 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Sensitivity
    119.4 dB/mW
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <94 dB/mW – >115 dB/mW
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (119.4 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    119.4 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 16.4 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Sound pressure level
    119.4 dB SPL
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <94 dB SPL – >115 dB SPL
    This pair of headphones has a higher sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (119.4 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    119.4 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • 35 hours longer battery life
    Battery life
    65 hours
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <10 hours – >70 hours
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery life than the average pair of headphones (65 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    65 hours vs 30 hours
  • 20 hours longer ANC battery life
    Battery life with ANC
    50 hours
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <15 hours – >55 hours
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery life with ANC than the average pair of headphones (50 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
    50 hours vs 30 hours
  • Quick charge support
    Quick charge
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This pair of headphones supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • 46.6% higher battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    850 mAh
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <290 mAh – >1k mAh
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (850 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
    850 mAh vs 580 mAh
  • Play while charging
    Play while charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This pair of headphones can play while charging, the average pair of headphones cannot. 29.1% of headphones support play while charging.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Has a rechargeable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This pair of headphones has a rechargeable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Multipoint support
    Multipoint support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Connectivity
    wireless
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This pair of headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    wireless vs wired
  • LDAC support
    LDAC
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This pair of headphones supports LDAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.1% of headphones support LDAC.
  • 100 ms lower audio latency
    Audio latency
    50 ms
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <40 ms – >222 ms
    This pair of headphones has a lower audio latency than the average pair of headphones (50 ms vs 150 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 150 ms.
    50 ms vs 150 ms
  • LE Audio support
    Bluetooth LE Audio
    yes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This pair of headphones supports LE Audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 11.6% of headphones support Bluetooth LE Audio.
  • AAC codec support
    AAC
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This pair of headphones supports AAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 32.2% of headphones support AAC.
  • Fast pairing support
    Fast pairing
    yes
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    This pair of headphones supports fast pairing, the average pair of headphones does not. 14% of headphones support fast pairing.
  • Multipoint connections
    Multipoint connections
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint connections, while the average pair of headphones does not. 30.2% of headphones support multipoint connections.
    supports multipoint for up to 2 devices.
  • Low-latency game mode
    Low-latency game mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This pair of headphones includes a low-latency game mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.2% of headphones support low-latency game mode.
  • Clear call microphone
    Noise-canceling microphone
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This pair of headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    On-device controls
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This pair of headphones includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • In-line controls
    In-line controls
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • 3 more microphones
    Number of microphones
    4
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <0 – >4
    This pair of headphones has more microphones than the average pair of headphones (4 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    4 vs 1
  • Sidetone support
    Sidetone
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This pair of headphones supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Quick mic mute
    Mute function
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This pair of headphones includes a quick mic mute, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.3% of headphones support a mute function.
  • Ambient sound mode
    Ambient sound mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • EQ customization
    EQ support
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This pair of headphones supports EQ customization, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
  • Companion app support
    Companion app
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This pair of headphones works with a companion app, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
  • Wear detection
    In/on-ear detection
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This pair of headphones supports wear detection, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.6% of headphones support in/on-ear detection.
  • Find-my-headphones feature
    Find my headphones
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This pair of headphones supports find-my-headphones features, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.7% of headphones support Find My Headphones.
  • 9 newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This pair of headphones was released more recently than the average pair of headphones (2025 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    July 2025
    2025 vs 2016
  • 0.7 % higher distortion
    THD (Total Harmonic Distortion)
    1 %
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <0.08 % – >3 %
    This pair of headphones has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    1 % vs 0.3 %
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Lowest frequency
    20 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 11.5% higher weight
    Weight
    243 g
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <14 g – >340 g
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (243 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    243 g vs 218 g
  • 11.5% higher weight
    Weight
    243 g
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <14 g – >340 g
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (243 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    243 g vs 218 g
  • 0.7 % higher distortion
    THD (Total Harmonic Distortion)
    1 %
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <0.08 % – >3 %
    This pair of headphones has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    1 % vs 0.3 %
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Lowest frequency
    20 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz

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Based on 496 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: June 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Skullcandy Hesh 540

  • Exceptional battery life (up to 65 hours with ANC off and 50 hours with it on)
  • Convenient rapid charging providing 4 hours of playback from a 10-minute charge
  • Highly effective Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) for its price range
  • Impressive THX Spatial Audio that adds significant depth and immersion, especially for movies
  • Stable connectivity with Bluetooth 5.3 and useful multipoint pairing
  • Responsive 'wear detection' feature that automatically pauses/plays audio when removed or worn
  • Intuitive joystick-style controls and a customizable companion app
  • Lightweight and comfortable design suitable for extended listening sessions

What we don't like about Skullcandy Hesh 540

  • Glossy exterior finish is a major fingerprint magnet and requires frequent cleaning
  • Inconsistent microphone quality; some users reported sounding 'distant' during calls
  • Ear cups can feel tight or cramped for users with larger ears
  • Lack of ventilation can lead to heat and sweat buildup after prolonged use
  • Occasional audio distortion at maximum volume levels
  • Plasticky build quality can feel less premium or 'fragile' compared to high-end rivals

Verdict

The Skullcandy Hesh 540 ANC is a high-performance wireless over-ear headphone featuring 40mm dynamic drivers and Bluetooth 5.3 for stable connectivity with multipoint pairing. Key characteristics include an adjustable 4-mic Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) system, THX Spatial Audio for immersive sound, and a dedicated low-latency mode for gaming. It boasts an impressive battery life of up to 65 hours (50 hours with ANC enabled), supported by a rapid charge feature providing 4 hours of playback from just 10 minutes of charging. Users can further personalize their experience via the Skullcandy app through Personal Sound by Mimi and custom EQ settings. Main pros include its long-lasting battery, high-fidelity spatial audio, and convenient wear-detection sensors that automatically pause playback. Notable cons include occasional inconsistent call quality from the clear voice microphone, potential sound distortion at maximum volume levels, and a lack of official water resistance.

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