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FiiO FT5 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£350Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

FiiO FT5 Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

FiiO FT5
5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 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
▼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components

80%

5.1

Technical score

20%

7.7

User score

▼Worse than 81% of headphones
6.6

Value for money

Value for money
6.6/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

▼Worse than 89%
5.1

Technical score

Technical score
5.1/ 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
▼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components

52%

5.8

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

5.3

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

3.8

Calls & Controls

▼Worse than 89%
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 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
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

5.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▼Worse than 66%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones FiiO FT5

Technical score
Technical score
5.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components:

52%

5.8

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

5.3

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

3.8

Calls & Controls

5.1
User score
User score
7.7/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

5.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
5.3/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Popularity:
FiiO FT5 has a popularity score of 5.3 points, which is lower than that of 55.5% of products in this category.
5.3
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

6.6
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
planar
Driver size
90 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 90 mm, larger driver size than 98.3% of headphones and equal to 0.3% 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
7 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 7 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 83.2% of headphones and equal to 1.3% 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
no
This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while 15.1% is. 84.9% 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
no
This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants. 60.9% 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
FiiO
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
456 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 456 g, heavier than 97.7% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
open-back
Clamp force
4
Market range: <2.5 – >6.1
This pair of headphones has a clamp force of 4, lower clamp force than 51.2% of headphones and equal to 7.4% of headphones.
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FiiO FT5 vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 50 mm larger driver size
    This pair of headphones uses a larger driver size than the average pair of headphones (90 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    90 mm vs 40 mm
  • 11 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (7 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    7 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 0.25 % lower distortion
    This pair of headphones has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.05 % vs 0.3 %
  • 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.
  • Open-back design
    This pair of headphones uses an open-back design, while the average pair of headphones does not. 9.1% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • 20x higher input power handling
    This pair of headphones has a higher max input power than the average pair of headphones (2000 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
    2,000 mW vs 100 mW
  • Open-back design
    This pair of headphones uses an open-back design, while the average pair of headphones does not. 9.1% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 50 mm larger driver size
    This pair of headphones uses a larger driver size than the average pair of headphones (90 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    90 mm vs 40 mm
  • 11 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (7 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    7 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 0.25 % lower distortion
    This pair of headphones has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.05 % vs 0.3 %
  • 20x higher input power handling
    This pair of headphones has a higher max input power than the average pair of headphones (2000 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
    2,000 mW vs 100 mW
  • 19 dB higher max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a higher max SPL than the average pair of headphones (129 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    129 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.
  • 7 newer release date
    This pair of headphones was released more recently than the average pair of headphones (2023 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    November 2023
    2023 vs 2016
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 2.09x higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (456 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    456 g vs 218 g
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Not headset-ready
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 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.
  • 3.89x more expensive
    FiiO FT5 is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£350 vs £90).
    £350 vs £90
  • 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
  • 3.89x more expensive
    FiiO FT5 is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£350 vs £90).
    £350 vs £90
  • 10.9% worse value for money
    FiiO FT5 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (6.56 vs 7.3).
    6.56 vs 7.27
  • 3.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 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
    FiiO FT5
    the average pair of headphones
    FiiO FT5 has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (7.74 vs 8).
    7.74 vs 8
  • 2.09x higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (456 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    456 g vs 218 g
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 7 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (96 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    96 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • 0.5 dB looser channel balance
    This pair of headphones has a higher channel balance tolerance than the average pair of headphones (1 dB vs 0.5 dB). The average headphones have channel balance tolerance of 0.5 dB.
    1 dB vs 0.5 dB
  • 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.
  • Not headset-ready
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 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
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.

Video reviews

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

8.0
THE HEADPHONE EXPERIENCE - William Murdock
≈ estimated
22/09/2025
Full review · build, sound and comparisons with rivals
Verdict
FiiO FT5 is a pleasant, well-built planar, recommended unless you want treble sparkle or maximum detail.
8.0
Jaytiss
✓ explicit
08/12/2024
Hands-on review · build, sound and ranking
Verdict
FiiO FT5 is a solid headphone if you're willing to EQ, though its coloring may not suit everyone.
9.5
Old Guy Hifi
≈ estimated
23/11/2024
Hands-on review · listening with reference albums
Verdict
FiiO FT5 is comfortable, well built and great sounding, a strongly recommended choice at its price.
9.0
No Theme Reviews
≈ estimated
20/11/2024
Full review · listening tests and comparisons with rivals
Verdict
FiiO FT5 is a well-built headphone with a distinctive sound, though it isn't perfect.
7.0
MrAyrit
≈ estimated
10/10/2024
Hands-on review · comfort, sound and comparison
Verdict
FiiO FT5 has good build and comfort but lacks clarity, so most buyers should consider the Nano instead.
8.0
Teknickel
≈ estimated
17/06/2024
Gaming review · sound, pads, build and value
Verdict
FiiO FT5 is worth its price for most people, but hesitation remains at the asking price.
5.0
Master Marslander
≈ estimated
07/06/2024
Hands-on review · sound tests, build and comparisons
Verdict
FiiO FT5 has excellent build, but its tuning doesn't work for critical listening, so it's hard to recommend.
6.0
Super* Review
✓ explicit
05/05/2024
Hands-on review · build, sound and rival comparison
Verdict
FiiO FT5 has excellent build quality but the tuning needs work and is only worth it with EQ.
6.0
Skeeb23
≈ estimated
20/03/2024
Hands-on review · sound, pads, amps and alternatives
Verdict
FiiO FT5 is a strong package with good looks, but its tuning and resolution fall short of rivals for some listeners.
9.0
Soundnews
≈ estimated
24/01/2024
Full review · sound, build and comparison tests
Verdict
FiiO FT5 is well built, natural and resolving, and a clear recommendation for its price despite a modest soundstage.
8.0
Porta.Fi
≈ estimated
08/01/2024
Hands-on review · unboxing, sound and comparisons
Verdict
FiiO FT5 has technical, energetic and emotional planar sound, though it isn't for everyone and doesn't sound like a balanced armature.
9.0
the Honest Audiophile
≈ estimated
05/12/2023
Hands-on review · sound, build, accessories and comparisons
Verdict
FiiO FT5 is a rich, natural planar with excellent build and accessories, and it is highly recommended as a first planar.
More graded video reviews (4)
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

stuff.tv
24/12/2023
Hands-on test · Planar over-ears
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a rich-sounding planar over-ear with a solid metal build, but its open back leaks sound and it is heavy.
hifipig.com
04/04/2024
Hands-on listening · Swappable earpads
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a smooth, well-built planar that suits relaxed listening, and swapping earpads lets you choose a warmer or crisper sound.
headphoneer.com
31/05/2025
Listening review · Non-Harman tuning
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a warm, musical planar that departs from the Harman curve, with detailed bass and good imaging but an average soundstage.
t3.com
06/06/2024
Hands-on test · Planar magnetic
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a well-built, upfront planar with lively, direct sound, but it is too big for smaller heads.
androidcentral.com
16/01/2024
Hands-on test · Easy-to-drive planar
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a good-looking all-metal planar with strong bass and natural mids that's easy to drive, though its soundstage is narrower.
ecoustics.com
18/05/2024
Measured listening test · Rival comparisons
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a balanced planar with a mid-bass bump, but its dynamics and soundstage fall behind bigger planar models.
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headfonics.com
26/11/2023
Summary of the review
FiiO FT5 Review - Headfonics
unheardlab.com
15/03/2024
Measurement review · Warm tuning
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a warm, smooth planar that suits jazz and country, but its bloated bass, narrow soundstage and average clarity hold it back.
headfonia.com
15/11/2023
Hands-on review · Comfort focus
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a smooth, relaxed planar with no harsh treble, but its shallow earcups and 456g weight can make long sessions tiring.
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techpowerup.com
19/01/2024
Summary of the review
FiiO FT5 Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones Review — TechPowerUp
trustedreviews.com
12/04/2024
Hands-on test · Rich planar sound
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a rich, fun planar with a solid metal build, but extra mid-bass takes some of the planar speed and it leaks sound.
techradar.com
20/01/2024
Hands-on test · Open-back planar
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is an open, detailed planar that's musical and fun rather than neutral, best for home listeners and headphone fans.
headfonics.com
26/11/2023
Review · Open-back planar
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a punchy, well-built open-back planar for home use, though its treble sounds a bit dark.
headphonesty.com
17/04/2024
Hands-on test · Relaxed planar
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a warm, comfortable planar for listeners who want pleasant sound over fine detail, though it may sound dark to detail fans.
majorhifi.com
22/12/2023
Review · Open-back planar
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a wide-sounding planar that is easy to drive, with clean mids and a crisp treble best suited to the leather pads.
kuulokenurkka.com
03/01/2024
Comparison test · Planar headphones
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a powerful, pleasant planar that suits rock, metal and EDM, though its colored sound is less transparent than rival planars.
headphonecheck.com
02/10/2024
Review · Planar magnetostatic over-ear
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a fast, airy planar that sounds rich and balanced, best with a good headphone amp, though the clamp is tight for long sessions.
pragmaticaudio.com
29/11/2023
Hands-on test · Warm, bass-rich planar
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a comfortable, sturdy planar with warm, full bass that suits rock, though vocals need EQ to sound clear.
kopfhoerer.de
02/10/2024
Hands-on test · Planar over-ear
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a planar headphone with an open, detailed sound, four plug options and good value, though its clamping force can feel tight on long sessions.
kopfbox.de
01/01/2024
Hands-on test · Planar build and sound
Verdict
The FiiO FT5 is a well-built planar headphone with a premium cable and punchy leather pads, though its stereo stage is only average.

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about FiiO FT5

  • Exceptional build quality with magnesium-aluminum alloy construction and no plastic parts
  • Rich, warm, and musical sound signature that is non-fatiguing for long sessions
  • Generous accessory package including a premium modular cable, multiple adapters, and a leather case
  • Easy to drive even with portable devices and dongles, though it scales well with power
  • Versatile sound tuning via included interchangeable suede and protein leather earpads
  • Precise imaging and instrument separation despite the warm tonality
  • Excellent response to EQ, allowing users to easily adjust it toward a more neutral profile

What customers don't like about FiiO FT5

  • Average soundstage width compared to other open-back planar rivals like the Hifiman Edition XS
  • Mid-range can feel slightly recessed, 'woolly,' or veiled, particularly with suede pads
  • At roughly 456g, they are relatively heavy, which may cause fatigue during extended wear
  • Proprietary earpad attachment system makes it difficult to use third-party pads
  • Sub-bass extension lacks the absolute depth and slam found in higher-end planars
  • Stock cable is heavy and stiff, which some users find cumbersome

Verdict

The FiiO FT5 is an open-back over-ear headphone featuring a large 90mm planar magnetic driver with a 6μm ultra-thin diaphragm and a silver-plated monocrystalline copper cable. Constructed from lightweight magnesium alloy, it offers a relatively low 36Ω impedance and 110dB sensitivity, making it easier to drive than typical planars. Main characteristics include a warm, lush sound signature with deep 7Hz-40kHz frequency response and a comprehensive accessory kit that includes swappable 3.5mm/4.4mm plugs and dual sets of earpads (suede and protein leather) for sound tuning. Pros highlight its excellent build quality, detailed bass, and rich musicality that avoids harshness. However, cons include a heavy 456g weight that may cause fatigue, an intimate soundstage that lacks the expansiveness of competitors, and a proprietary earpad attachment system that limits third-party options.

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