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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Philips Fidelio X2HR are better for an immersive listening experience with superior overall sound quality, an open design which creates a wider soundstage, and higher comfort for extended sessions. However, they don't have a microphone and are less portable due to their larger size. In contrast, the Soundcore Life P3 are more affordable, offer active noise cancelling, and come with an integrated microphone, making them suitable for calls and travel. They are also wireless with a longer battery life, but have a smaller soundstage and are less ideal for a highly detailed listening experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Philips Fidelio X2HR
- Excellent for music
- Good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore Life P3
- Very good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
9.3
5.7
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is excellent for music, while the Soundcore Life P3 is poor.
Gaming
7.0
5.1
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is good for gaming, while the Soundcore Life P3 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.9
5.9
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Life P3 is poor.
TV and Video
8.8
5.5
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is very good for TV and video, while the Soundcore Life P3 is poor.
Noise Reduction
2.5
9.1
The Soundcore Life P3 is excellent for noise reduction, while the Philips Fidelio X2HR is poor.
Battery
N/A
7.0 Hours
The Philips Fidelio X2HR does not have a battery. The Soundcore Life P3 has 7 hours of battery life.
Cost
$140
$50
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Philips Fidelio X2HR has a price of $140 and the Soundcore Life P3 costs $50.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
5.0
5.1
The Soundcore Life P3 and Philips Fidelio X2HR are both poor for phone calls.
Build Quality
9.0
8.8
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Philips Fidelio X2HR to have excellent build quality, while the Soundcore Life P3 has very good build quality.
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How the Philips Fidelio X2HR and the Soundcore Life P3 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Philips Fidelio X2HR | Soundcore Life P3 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$140 | $50 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Philips | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2014 | June 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 9.3/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.1/10 | 5.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.9/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 7 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 0.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 35 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 390 Grams | 4.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Philips Fidelio X2HR
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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."
Soundcore Life P3
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Tom's Guide
Alex Bracetti | July 2021
"Anker continues its trend of stealth releases, recently dropping the Soundcore Life P3 out of nowhere. This product essentially replaces the disappointing Life A2 NC as the brand’s flagship ANC model under $100. It comes with bassy audio and enough features to give even the best noise-cancelling earbuds pause."
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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.
About Soundcore
Soundcore is a sub-brand belonging to Anker Innovations. Starting in 2014, initially marketing wireless, Bluetooth, speakers, Anker now offers an array of, budget-friendly, wireless earbuds and headphones that directly compete, especially in the Active Noise Canceling field, with other brands several times as expensive.
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