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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Philips Fidelio X2HR headphones offer outstanding sound quality and a wide soundstage, making them great for immersive music and TV experiences. Their comfort is also highly praised, but they're open-back headphones which means they don't isolate noise well, so they're not ideal for noisy environments. They have a long cable and do not have a built-in mic. On the other hand, Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones offer the convenience of wireless connectivity and they have a built-in mic. They're suitable for exercise due to being sweatproof, and they're also lightweight. However, they don't match the Fidelio X2HR in terms of sound quality and they do not provide as immersive an experience for music or TV. They're also open-design but since they use bone conduction technology, they allow you to stay more aware of your surroundings. Consider the Fidelio X2HR if you prioritize high-fidelity audio and comfort over portability and situational awareness, whereas the Youthwhisper could be better if you need headphones for active use, calls, and meetings. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Philips Fidelio X2HR
- Excellent for music
- Good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
Advantages of the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
- Good for exercise
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
9.3
4.8
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is excellent for music, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Gaming
7.0
4.9
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is good for gaming, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Phone Calls
5.0
6.5
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is only fair for phone calls, while the Philips Fidelio X2HR is poor.
TV and Video
8.8
5.1
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is very good for TV and video, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Battery
N/A
8.0 Hours
The Philips Fidelio X2HR does not have a battery. The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones has 8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$148
$36
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Philips Fidelio X2HR has a price of $148 and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones costs $36.
Build Quality
9.0
8.0
The Philips Fidelio X2HR has excellent build quality, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.9
8.2
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones to be very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Philips Fidelio X2HR is good.
Noise Reduction
2.5
2.5
The Philips Fidelio X2HR and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are both poor for noise reduction.
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How the Philips Fidelio X2HR and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Philips Fidelio X2HR | Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$148 | $36 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Philips | Youthwhisper | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2014 | June 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 9.3/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.1/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.9/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | Unknown | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 390 Grams | 29 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 4 | |
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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."
Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
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Stozz Audio
Stozz Audio | October 2023
"If you're looking for a pair of headphones that can be worn while running or cycling, these Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are a great alternative to more expensive models. They're lightweight and compact, so they won't get in the way when wearing them while exercising. Plus, they have a built-in microphone so you can take calls during your workout without having to stop and fumble with your phone. The sound quality is great for this style of headphones, and it has many other cool features."
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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.
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