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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize high sound quality and comfort for extended use at home, the Philips Fidelio X2HR is superior, especially for an immersive music and TV/video experience. They provide a larger soundstage, are more comfortable, and have a better build. However, they are less portable due to their size and weight, and like the Koss Porta Pro, they lack noise isolation, so they're not ideal for noisy environments or travel. The Koss Porta Pro, on the other hand, while offering good overall sound quality, are more portable and budget-friendly, making them suitable for casual listening or use on the go. Neither model is optimal for exercise, as they are not sweatproof and have limited noise isolation. Both are wired and lack modern features like a microphone or app integration, but they're well-suited for enjoying music without the complexities of wireless technology or active noise cancellation. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Koss Porta Pro
- The Koss Porta Pro has no clear advantages over the Philips Fidelio X2HR.
Advantages of the Philips Fidelio X2HR
- Excellent for music
- Good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.2
9.3
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is excellent for music, while the Koss Porta Pro is very good.
Gaming
6.4
7.0
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is good for gaming, while the Koss Porta Pro is only fair.
Phone Calls
4.3
5.0
The Philips Fidelio X2HR and Koss Porta Pro are both poor for phone calls, though the Philips Fidelio X2HR is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
7.9
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Koss Porta Pro is only fair.
TV and Video
7.6
8.8
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is very good for TV and video, while the Koss Porta Pro is good.
Cost
$49
$148
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Koss Porta Pro has a price of $49 and the Philips Fidelio X2HR costs $148.
Build Quality
6.0
9.0
The Philips Fidelio X2HR has excellent build quality, while the Koss Porta Pro has only fair build quality.
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Key similarities
Noise Reduction
2.5
2.5
The Koss Porta Pro and Philips Fidelio X2HR are both poor for noise reduction.
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Spec Comparison
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| Koss Porta Pro | Philips Fidelio X2HR |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$49 | $148 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Koss | Philips | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 1984 | September 1, 2014 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.3/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.4/10 | 7.1/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.7/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.2/10 | 4.5/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 2.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 6/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 63.5 Grams | 390 Grams | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
Dustproof Rating | |||
Dustproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Sebastian Taboada | February 2022
"It’s clear to see why these have been such a popular choice amongst listeners for nearly four decades. It’s a charming pair of headphones that delivers a truly enjoyable listening experience and one that I think punches well above its weight."
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Liquid Audio
Stefan | May 2022
"This piece is a fantastic option for music lovers searching for premium sound and a snug fit. You should get these headphones if you care about sound quality and want to hear music in a new light. This technology is a great option for high-quality headphones with superb sound reproduction."
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About Koss
Koss is an American headphone manufacturer established in 1953. In 1958, they created the first set of stereophones, that is headphones with stereo sound, and in 1984 they released the world-famous Porta Pro, a set of on-ear headphones that has remained essentially unchanged for more than 30 years and that is still made, sold and loved by many audio enthusiasts around the world today.
About Philips
Philips is a Dutch conglomerate and electronics manufacturer with over 130 years of history. Philips makes the Fidelio audio line which includes several models of full-sized wired and wireless headphones, true wireless earbuds. soundbars and wireless speakers.
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