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Black over-ear headphones with padded ear cups and headband, USB-C cable and carry pouch included

Creative Labs

Creative Labs 51EF1200AA001 Zen Hybrid SXFI Bluetooth 5.3 Over-Ear Headphones

SKU CH-9NTN-7HXQW MPN 51EF1200AA001

Over-ear wireless headphones with Bluetooth 5.3, adaptive ANC and up to 70 hours battery life

  • ConnectionUSB-C
  • Wearing styleCircumaural
  • Wireless technologyBluetooth 5.3
  • Battery packRechargeable Lithium-ion Battery 3.7 V 500 mAh x 1
  • Run timeUp to 40 h (With ANC on) Up to 70 h (With ANC off)
  • Supported distanceUp to 15m / 49.2 ft* *Measured in open space. Walls and stru
  • Immersive spatial audio with Super X-Fi holography
  • Up to 70 hours playtime with ANC off
  • Bluetooth 5.3 stability plus 3.5 mm wired option
  • Adaptive hybrid ANC with ambient awareness mode
  • 40 mm neodymium drivers for detailed sound

Creative Zen Hybrid SXFI Headphones

Creative Zen Hybrid SXFI are wireless over-ear headphones with 40 mm neodymium drivers and Super X-Fi spatial holography. They connect through Bluetooth 5.3 or a 3.5 mm stereo cable. The circumaural design weighs 9.56 oz and targets listeners who want personalised 3D audio and long battery life across multiple devices.

Thermals Noise and Power Draw

Passive headphones produce no measurable heat and generate no fan noise during operation. The rechargeable 3.7 V 500 mAh lithium-ion cell delivers up to 40 hours of playback with adaptive ANC active and up to 70 hours with ANC off. Charging uses the supplied USB-C cable and supports fast-charging capability for quick top-ups.

Bundled Accessories and Software Impact

The box includes a USB-C to USB-A charging cable, a 3.5 mm AUX input cable, a carry pouch and quick start guides. The 3.5 mm cable enables wired listening when the battery is depleted or for latency-sensitive use. Super X-Fi technology personalises the surround sound profile through a companion app based on individual hearing characteristics.

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Price $80.99
Pricier than about 82% of the 7,078 comparable items (median $25.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameCreative Labs
Model nameZEN HYBRID SXFI
Part number51EF1200AA001
Product typeOver the Ear
Product colorBlack
Performance
Supported distanceUp to 15m / 49.2 ft*
*Measured in open space. Walls and structures may affect range of device.
Audio & video
Wearing styleCircumaural
Mic frequency response100 Hz-10 kHz
Mic sensitivity-32.5 dBV / Pa
Connectivity
Wireless technologyBluetooth 5.3
Ports & slots
ConnectionUSB-C
Power
Battery packRechargeable Lithium-ion Battery 3.7 V 500 mAh x 1
Run timeUp to 40 h (With ANC on)
Up to 70 h (With ANC off)
Size & build
Product weight9.56 oz
Shipping weight0.48 kg
Package size224 × 180 × 64 mm
Compatibility
Compatible withiOS: iPhone / iPads with Bluetooth for wireless audio streaming
Android: Phones / Tablets with Bluetooth for wireless audio streaming
PC: All PC / Laptop running Windows 10 and 11 with Bluetooth A2DP and AVRCP
Mac: All Apple computers with Bluetooth A2DP and AVRCP
In the box
In the box1 x Creative Zen Hybrid SXFI
1 x USB-C to USB-A Charging Cable
1 × 3.5 mm AUX Input Cable
1 x Quick Start Guides
1 x Carry Pouch

Questions about this item

How do I pair the headphones with my phone using Bluetooth 5.3?

Power on the headphones, hold the Bluetooth button until the indicator flashes, then select "Creative Zen Hybrid SXFI" from your phone's Bluetooth menu. The common mistake is releasing the button too early before pairing mode activates.

Will the 500 mAh lithium-ion battery need replacement after a few years?

The sealed 3.7 V 500 mAh cell is not user-replaceable. After several hundred charge cycles capacity will gradually drop from the rated 40 hours with ANC on or 70 hours with ANC off, at which point the whole unit requires service.

At what volume level does the 40 mm neodymium driver start to distort during long sessions?

Distortion typically appears first when pushing the 40 mm drivers near maximum volume for extended periods, especially with bass-heavy tracks, before the 40-hour ANC-on battery limit is reached.

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