
Philips
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is an open‑back, over‑ear wired headphone launched in 2017, offering a balanced sound profile with Hi‑Res Audio certification. Its premium metal construction, high efficiency, and comfortable design make it ideal for home audiophile listening, though its bulky, open‑back design limits portability and noise isolation.
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$164.99
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$150.96
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$118.39
Highest
$221.97
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers commend the Fidelio X2HR for its well‑balanced, Harman‑aligned sound signature, high efficiency, and premium build quality, highlighting its spacious soundstage and excellent value. However, they note its bulky, open‑back design compromises portability, noise isolation, and suitability for mobile or fitness scenarios, and they criticize the high clamping force and absence of a microphone.
What Users Say
Everyday users consistently appreciate the comfort, weight distribution, and premium feel of the headphones, as well as the impressive bass response and overall sound quality for the price. Recurring criticisms focus on the open‑back leakage, lack of isolation, bulky size, and concerns about long‑term headband springiness.
Common Complaints
Audio leakage from the open‑back design, poor noise isolation, bulky weight and size, high clamping force causing initial discomfort, and potential loss of headband springiness over time.
What People Are Saying
“400-gram weight doesn't feel heavy”
“automatic headband height adjustment (via a hammock-style mechanism) enhances comfort”
“the X2HR has superior bass response”
How It Compares
vs. Sennheiser HD600
Advantages
Disadvantages
Choose X2HR for a budget‑friendly, balanced sound with strong bass; choose HD600 for smoother mids and premium refinement.
vs. Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro
Advantages
Disadvantages
Select X2HR for audiophile home listening with spacious imaging; select DT770 Pro for portable, isolated use.