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AKG K 272 HD Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

AKG K 272 HD Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

AKG K 272 HD
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components

80%

5.4

Technical score

20%

7.6

User score

â–¼Worse than 74% of headphones
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 73%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components

52%

5.8

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

6.5

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.9

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 81%
7.6

User score

User score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

6.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 72%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones AKG K 272 HD

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components:

52%

5.8

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

6.5

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.9

Calls & Controls

5.4
User score
User score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

6.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.6
Popularity
Popularity
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 52% of models
Popularity:
AKG K 272 HD has a popularity score of 6.1 points, which is higher than that of 52.2% of products in this category.
6.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.0
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
30 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 30 mm, smaller driver size than 77.4% of headphones and equal to 4.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
16 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 16 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 54.1% of headphones and equal to 4.2% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
0
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 73.2% of headphones and equal to 26.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
N/A
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Connectivity
wired
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
yes
This pair of headphones supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
AKG
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
240 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 240 g, heavier than 57.6% of headphones and equal to 1.5% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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AKG K 272 HD vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 16 mm more spacious earcup height
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup height than the average pair of headphones (76 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    76 mm vs 60 mm
  • 8,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (28,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    28,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 1.8 m longer cable length
    This pair of headphones offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
    3 m vs 1.2 m
  • 19.56 dB higher max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a higher max SPL than the average pair of headphones (129.6 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    129.56 dB vs 110 dB
  • 16 mm more spacious earcup height
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup height than the average pair of headphones (76 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    76 mm vs 60 mm
  • 1.8 m longer cable length
    This pair of headphones offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
    3 m vs 1.2 m
  • 8,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (28,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    28,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 19.56 dB higher max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a higher max SPL than the average pair of headphones (129.6 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    129.56 dB vs 110 dB
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 10 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (30 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    30 mm vs 40 mm
  • 11 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (91 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    91 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 10.1% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (240 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    240 g vs 218 g
  • Tangle-prone cable
    This pair of headphones uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • No travel bag
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 5.7% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
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    AKG K 272 HD
    the average pair of headphones
    AKG K 272 HD has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (7.57 vs 8).
    7.57 vs 8
  • 3.2% worse value for money
    AKG K 272 HD has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.05 vs 7.3).
    7.05 vs 7.27
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 10.1% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (240 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    240 g vs 218 g
  • Tangle-prone cable
    This pair of headphones uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • No travel bag
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 10 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (30 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    30 mm vs 40 mm
  • 11 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (91 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    91 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 12 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (91 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    91 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 8 older release date
    This pair of headphones was released earlier than the average pair of headphones (2008 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    October 2008
    2008 vs 2016

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

3.0
Melstorm
≈ estimated
09/12/2014
Hands-on review · sound, design and portable use
Verdict
AKG K 272 HD is not recommended, since the sound is judged very poor, though the design and build impress.
Brand video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

connect.de
08/12/2008
Short review · Closed studio headphone
Verdict
The AKG K 272 HD is a closed studio headphone with dynamic sound and a rich bass foundation, and it blocks noise well in busy studios.
kopfhoerer.de
21/05/2012
Hands-on test · Recording studio
Verdict
The AKG K 272 HD is a warm, soft-sounding closed headphone that suits jazz, acoustic and classical music, and is recommended for recording fans.
C
connect.de
25/02/2010
Summary of the review
AKG K 272 HD Headphones - Connect
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lesnumeriques.com
28/05/2013
Review · Closed hi-fi headphone
Verdict
The AKG K272 HD is a closed headphone with airy, wide sound and excellent comfort, though its bass is heavy and its look is less refined.
M
m.alatest.nl
15/03/2012
Summary of the review
AKG K 272 HD Reviews - alaTest.nl
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about AKG K 272 HD

  • Extremely lightweight and comfortable for long sessions
  • Self-adjusting headband provides a natural fit for most head sizes
  • Soft velvet ear pads reduce heat and sweating
  • Good passive noise isolation despite the breathable ear pads
  • Natural and airy sound signature with clear treble and high-frequency detail
  • Wide, open-sounding soundstage for a closed-back design

What customers don't like about AKG K 272 HD

  • Non-removable 3-meter cable can be inconvenient and difficult to replace
  • Bass response is often described as thin or lacking 'punch' for modern genres
  • Requires a decent amp or 'juice' to reach full potential due to low sensitivity
  • Mids can sound slightly strange or dry without EQ adjustments
  • Bulky design makes them less suitable for portable or outdoor use
  • High initial launch price compared to similar studio alternatives

Verdict

The AKG K 272 HD is a lightweight, closed-back circumaural headphone designed for high-definition studio and home use, weighing 240g and featuring extra-large XXL-Varimotion drivers. It offers a wide frequency response of 16 Hz to 28,000 Hz, an impedance of 55 ohms, and a sensitivity of 91 dB, delivering uncolored, accurate audio performance with minimal sound leakage. Main pros include its self-adjusting headband, gimbal-suspended earcups with soft velvet pads for long-term comfort, and a 99.99% oxygen-free single-sided cable for clean signal transmission. However, notable cons include its non-detachable cable and a requirement for significant power (amplification) to achieve optimal volume levels when used with portable devices.

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