Philips Fidelio X2HR
Philips Fidelio X2HR
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MUSIC: Excellent—9.3/10
CALLS: Poor—5.0/10
GAMING: Good—7.0/10
TV: Very Good—8.8/10
PODCASTS & AUDIOBOOKS: Good—7.9/10
EXERCISE: Poor—4.5/10
AIR TRAVEL: Poor—4.2/10
NOISE REDUCTION: Poor—2.5/10
BUILD QUALITY: Excellent—9.0/10
The Philips Fidelio X2HR headphones, being over-ear and open-back, provide an excellent sound quality with a very good soundstage, making them especially suitable for an immersive music listening experience. They are comfortable for extended listening sessions but possess poor noise isolation, thus less ideal for noisy environments. They don't have active noise cancelling, and their build is not sweat or dustproof, indicating they're not designed for exercise or rugged outdoor activities. The cable is detachable, facilitating easier storage and replacement. However, they lack built-in controls, a microphone, and are not optimized for calls or gaming due to their poor mic quality and possibly higher latency. They are not portable and wouldn't be the best choice for travel. These headphones may be more suitable for home use where you crave high-quality audio for music and TV. Give Feedback
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Evaluation
Pros
- Excellent overall sound quality
- Very good soundstage/imaging
- Excellent comfort
- Very good build quality
- Detachable cable
Cons
- Poor mic quality
- Poor noise isolation
- Poor built-in controls
- Not portable
Ratings by Category
Music:4.8
The Philips Fidelio X2HR headphones offer an open-back design which enhances soundstage and provides a more immersive listening experience, and with dynamic drivers, they deliver high-quality sound that makes them exceptional for music enthusiasts. These wired headphones do not support lossless codecs as there's no wireless feature, ensuring a consistent sound quality without the need for compression.
TV & Video:4.7
The Philips Fidelio X2HR headphones are excellent for watching TV and videos primarily due to their wired connection, which ensures a latency-free audio experience, and their very good sound quality that enhances audio detail and clarity. Additionally, their comfortable over-ear design and spacious soundstage contribute to an immersive viewing experience.
Podcasts & Audiobooks:4.4
This score evaluates the product when used solely to listen to podcasts or audiobooks. It takes into account sound quality and sound signature, to be able to keep voices clear and intelligible. It also considers battery life, when available, and comfort.
Gaming:4.0
This score evaluates the product when used to play videogames. It takes into account wireless latency - the perceived delay between the action on screen and the sounds playing in your ears. The score also considers soundstage quality, whether they have a virtual surround feature, and overall comfort. Finally, the gaming score takes into account microphone quality for in-game voice chat.
It’s important to note that the device paired with the earbuds heavily influences their performance in regards to latency or delay.
Full Specs
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Price | $148 | ||
Brand | Philips | ||
Release Date | September 1, 2014 | ||
Form Factor | Headphones | ||
Connectivity | Wired | ||
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score  | 9.3/10 | ||
Phone Calls Score | 5/10 | ||
Gaming Score | 7.1/10 | ||
TV and Video Score | 8.9/10 | ||
Exercise Score | 4.5/10 | ||
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | No | ||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | ||
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | 9/10 | ||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | ||
Weight | 390 Grams | ||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | ||
Dustproof Rating | 0 | ||
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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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