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Philips Fidelio X2 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£110
Avg. price in US: ~$160
Form factor: over-ear
Connectivity: wired
Battery life: N/A hours
Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Philips Fidelio X2 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

3.7

Poor

3.7

Poor

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2.1
Gaming
Score components:
35.0%
0.0
Audio latency
25.0%
0.0
Low-latency game mode
20.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
12.0%
1.0
Noise-canceling microphone
8.0%
0.0
Battery life
0.5
Travel
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
24.0%
0.0
Battery life
18.0%
1.2
Weight
16.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
14.0%
0.0
Ambient sound mode
2.7
Calls
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Noise-canceling microphone
24.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
18.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
14.0%
0.0
Companion app
2.6
Workout
Score components:
28.0%
1.2
Weight
24.0%
1.0
Water resistance
20.0%
4.0
IP rating
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
12.0%
10
Can be used as a headset

Best prices in UK

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Verdict

The Philips Fidelio X2 is an over-ear, open-back headphone featuring 50mm high-definition neodymium drivers with a Layered Motion Control (LMC) diaphragm, offering a wide frequency response of 5 Hz to 40,000 Hz. With a low impedance of 30 ohms and a sensitivity of 100 dB, these headphones are easy to drive from mobile devices while providing a spacious soundstage and a warm, bass-emphasized signature. Main pros include its durable metal-and-leather build, exceptional comfort provided by a self-adjusting 3D mesh hammock and velour memory foam ear pads, and a detachable 3-meter oxygen-free cable. However, cons include significant sound leakage and lack of isolation due to the open-back design, the velour pads' tendency to attract lint, and a bulky, non-foldable frame that limits portability.

Technical Specifications of Philips Fidelio X2

Overall score

3.7

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Popularity

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.

Sound

4.3

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Active noise cancellation (ANC)

What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology

When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

Driver type

What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used

When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic

Driver size

What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit

When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of drivers

What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup

When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

Lowest frequency

What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce

When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

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Calls & Controls

2.9

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Noise-canceling microphone

What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls

When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

Can be used as a headset

What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.

When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of microphones

What it is: Total number of built-in microphones

When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

N/A

Boom microphone

What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity

When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

Microphone SNR

What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone

When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

N/A

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Connectivity

2.9

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Connectivity

What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)

When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

Bluetooth version

What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported

When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A

Maximum Bluetooth range

What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device

When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A

Audio latency

What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode

When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

N/A

Multipoint support

What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices

When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

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Features

2.7

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Ambient sound mode

What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness

When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

EQ support

What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer

When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

Companion app

What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates

When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Adjustable ANC levels

What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels

When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A

Voice assistant support

What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant

When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

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Battery

1.0

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Battery life

What it is: Playback time on a single charge

When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

N/A

Battery life with ANC

What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled

When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A

Charging time

What it is: Time required for a full battery charge

When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A

Quick charge

What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period

When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Battery capacity

What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery

When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A

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Design

5.2

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Philips

Form factor

What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)

When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the headphones

When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

Acoustic design

What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)

When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

open-back

Clamp force

What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head

When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Philips Fidelio X2 vs the average headphone

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Hi-Res Audio certification
Philips Fidelio X2 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
What it is: Certified for high-resolution audio playback
When it matters: When official support for high-resolution playback matters to you.
Importance: LOW
Philips Fidelio X2 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
10 mm larger driver size
Philips Fidelio X2 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.
Importance: MEDIUM
Philips Fidelio X2 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.50 mm vs 40 mm
13 Hz lower bass extension
Philips Fidelio X2 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <=10 Hz
Philips Fidelio X2 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.5 Hz vs 18 Hz
20,000 Hz higher treble extension
Philips Fidelio X2 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=24000 Hz
Philips Fidelio X2 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.40000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
0.2 % lower distortion
Philips Fidelio X2 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
What it is: Percentage of harmonic distortion in audio output
When it matters: When cleaner sound reproduction matters at louder volumes.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <=1%
Philips Fidelio X2 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.0.1 % vs 0.3 %
Open-back design
Philips Fidelio X2 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones use an open-back housing that lets air and sound pass through more freely than a closed design.
When it matters: When you listen in quiet places and care more about spacious sound than blocking outside noise or preventing sound leakage.
Importance: MEDIUM
Philips Fidelio X2 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
1.8 m more useful cable length
Philips Fidelio X2 offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
What it is: Length of the supplied audio cable
When it matters: When your desk, TV, or audio setup needs more or less movement range.
Importance: LOW
Philips Fidelio X2 offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.3 m vs 1.2 m
7 mm more spacious earcup width
Philips Fidelio X2 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (50 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.
Importance: MEDIUM
Philips Fidelio X2 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (50 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.50 mm vs 43 mm
1.8 m more useful cable length
Philips Fidelio X2 offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
Open-back design
Philips Fidelio X2 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
7 mm more spacious earcup width
Philips Fidelio X2 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (50 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
Hi-Res Audio certification
Philips Fidelio X2 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
10 mm larger driver size
Philips Fidelio X2 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
13 Hz lower bass extension
Philips Fidelio X2 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
20,000 Hz higher treble extension
Philips Fidelio X2 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
0.2 % lower distortion
Philips Fidelio X2 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
17 dB higher max SPL
Philips Fidelio X2 has a higher max SPL than the average headphone (127 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.

Why is Philips Fidelio X2 worse than the average headphone?

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74.3% higher weight
Philips Fidelio X2 is heavier than the average headphone (380 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
No travel bag
Philips Fidelio X2 does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
0.6 higher clamp force
Philips Fidelio X2 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (4.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
No passive noise reduction
Philips Fidelio X2 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Philips Fidelio X2 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
No voice assistant support
Philips Fidelio X2 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
No passive noise reduction
Philips Fidelio X2 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones reduce outside noise through physical sealing, fit, and materials rather than active electronics.
When it matters: When you want better isolation from fit and seal alone, even with ANC turned off or not available.
Importance: MEDIUM
Philips Fidelio X2 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
74.3% higher weight
Philips Fidelio X2 is heavier than the average headphone (380 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <150 g
Philips Fidelio X2 is heavier than the average headphone (380 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.380 g vs 218 g
No voice assistant support
Philips Fidelio X2 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.
Importance: LOW
Philips Fidelio X2 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
4.65x less popular
Philips Fidelio X2 is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).
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.
Philips Fidelio X2 is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
21.1% worse value for money
Philips Fidelio X2 has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.56 vs 6.736).
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.
Philips Fidelio X2 has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.56 vs 6.736).5.56 vs 6.74
No travel bag
Philips Fidelio X2 does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
What it is: Comes with a protective carrying case or pouch
When it matters: When protection in transit matters right out of the box.
Importance: LOW
Philips Fidelio X2 does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Philips Fidelio X2 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=106 dB/mW
Philips Fidelio X2 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
0.6 higher clamp force
Philips Fidelio X2 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (4.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.
Importance: MEDIUM
Philips Fidelio X2 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (4.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.4.9 vs 4.3

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Philips Fidelio X2?

Wide and immersive soundstage for a spacious listening experience
Punchy and fun bass response, unusual for open-back headphones
Excellent build quality featuring premium metal and leather materials
Extremely comfortable for long sessions due to auto-adjusting headband and velour pads
High value for money, especially at current market prices
Low impedance makes them easy to drive without a dedicated amplifier
Detachable and replaceable 3.5mm cable for better longevity

What customers dislike about Philips Fidelio X2?

Open-back design results in significant sound leakage and poor noise isolation
Bulky and heavy frame may not suit users with smaller heads
Treble can be inconsistent, with some users reporting piercing sibilance or graininess
Velour ear pads attract a lot of lint, dust, and pet hair
Included 3-meter cable is often considered too long and cumbersome for desk use
Recessed midrange can make male vocals sound slightly thin compared to bass and treble
Potential for minor quality control issues, such as channel imbalance in some units

Expert reviews

headfonia.com

03/12/2014

Philips Fidelio X2: The Evolution In Sound - Headfonia

The Headfonia review characterizes the Philips Fidelio X2Go as a superior, mid-fi open-back headphone featuring a more balanced, refined, and neutral sound signature compared to its predecessor. Key strengths include a tight, deep bass response, smooth mid-ranges, an airy soundstage, and high driveability that does not require heavy amplification. Conversely, the open-back design...Read more

stereophile.com

03/10/2014

Like a Boss: The Philips Fidelio X2 | Stereophile.com

Tyll Hertsens' Stereophile review highlights the Philips Fidelio X2Go as a top-tier, mid-level open-back headphone, praised for its robust build quality, user-replaceable velour earpads, and a low-impedance, detachable cable. Acoustically, it delivers a neutral, slightly warm sound with impressive bass and a wide soundstage, offering excellent performance consistency across...Read more

whathifi.com

29/10/2015

Philips Fidelio X2 review | What Hi-Fi?

In their What Hi-Fi? review, the publication highly praises the Philips Fidelio X2 open-back headphones for providing unrivalled comfort, an eye-pleasing design, and an incredibly entertaining, listenable sound profile. Built as a classy, all-black upgrade to the previous X1 model, these headphones retain the beloved spacious soundstage while injecting extra layers of detail,...Read more

audiobacon.com

13/01/2016

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The Philips Fidelio X2 open-back headphones offer exceptional physical build quality, featuring a sturdy frame with no exposed wires and soft, highly comfortable ear pads suitable for rounder head shapes. Sonically, they deliver a wide soundstage, detailed resolution, and a warm tone highlighted by highly impactful bass and strong realism when reproducing acoustic instruments like...Read more

musicphotolife.com

17/03/2015

Philips Fidelio X2 Headphones Review: Detailed Transparent Sound

The Philips Fidelio X2 is an open-back, indoor pair of headphones praised for its highly natural, well-balanced, and transparent sound signature that avoids artificial enhancement. The reviewer notes that the headphones expand audio fidelity and details across the entire frequency range effortlessly, allowing listeners to experience extended bass and clear treble without facing ear...Read more

qobuz.com

17/12/2014

Test of the Philips Fidelio X2 headphones

The Qobuz review highlights the Philips Fidelio X2Go as a dynamic, open-back headphone delivering exceptional sound texture, an expansive soundstage, and an excellent quality-to-price ratio. Featuring 50mm neodymium drivers, it excels with a lively, energetic sound signature that brings life to vocals and acoustic music, making it ideal for classical, jazz, and folk. However, the X2...Read more

head-fi.org

05/08/2014

Philips Fidelio X2 - Reviews - Head-Fi Would you like a comparison of the sound signatures mentioned across these different professional reviews?

Head-Fi community reviews describe the Philips Fidelio X2Go as a durable, fun, and warm-sounding open-back headphone, praised for its "bombproof" metal construction, superior comfort, and controlled, deep bass. Users highlight the expansive soundstage, making them ideal for immersive listening, though they are quite heavy and not designed for portability. Conversely, the open-back...Read more

headphone.guru.dream.website

08/04/2015

Philips Fidelio X2: Exuding Excellence - Headphone Guru

The Philips Fidelio X2Go is lauded as a premium-built, open-back headphone, featuring a durable self-adjusting leather headband and metal-encased components, with a physical design that rivals products at higher price points. It offers high user convenience, including a detachable, standard 3.5mm cable connection for easy, low-cost repairs and upgrades. Headphone GuruWhile the 3.5mm...Read more

expertreviews.co.uk

25/08/2017

Philips Fidelio X2 review | Expert Reviews

The Philips Fidelio X2 is a high-end pair of open-back, over-ear headphones that delivers premium audio performance at a competitive price point of approximately £214-£230. Featuring a sleek matte black design with stainless steel accents and a self-adjusting "hammock-style" headband, they are built for long-term comfort using memory foam velour ear cushions. Technically, they are...Read more

techradar.com

20/03/2018

Philips Fidelio X2 review - TechRadar

The Philips Fidelio X2 headphones are a superb, premium pair of open-back audiophile headphones that offer exceptional value for money, rivaling much more expensive legacy models like the Sennheiser HD800 and Oppo PM-1. Built with high-quality materials and 50mm neodymium drivers, they are satisfyingly weighty yet highly comfortable due to an airy hammock headband design and...Read more

kopfbox.de

08/09/2014

Philips Fidelio X2 Review - Kopfbox.de

The Philips Fidelio X2 is an open-back, dynamic over-ear headphone equipped with 50mm neodymium drivers featuring a multi-layered polymer diaphragm. Designed specifically for high-quality indoor listening, it boasts an elegant aesthetic crafted from premium leather, aluminium, and mesh fabric. The headphone features an integrated self-adjusting headband system that ensures excellent...Read more

connect.de

19/02/2015

Philips Fidelio X2 Review - Over-Ear Headphones - Connect

The Philips Fidelio X2 is an open-back, over-ear headphone tested by connect as a direct successor to the highly acclaimed Fidelio X1. The design features a multi-layered polymer diaphragm and angled 50mm dynamic drivers positioned to fire sound directly into the ear canal. Ergonomically, the earcups can tilt up to 15 degrees to match the user's ear shape, and the headband utilizes...Read more

hifitest.de

31/12/2014

Philips Fidelio X2 Review - Excellent Hi-Fi Headphones

The Philips Fidelio X2Go is a highly praised, open-back around-ear headphone tailored for a relaxing and high-quality home listening experience. Reviewed by Dr. Martin Mertens, it earned an impressive "Spitzenklasse" (Top Class) rating with 4 out of 5 stars, celebrated for its premium build, outstanding long-term comfort, and clear, cohesive musicality. Featuring large ear cups...Read more

kopfhoerer.de

15/07/2016

Philips Fidelio X2 review on kopfhoerer.de

Overview and Build Quality The Philips Fidelio X2 is an open-back, over-ear headphone tailored for high-fidelity music listening at home, utilizing large 50mm neodymium drivers. Weighing 383 grams without its 3-meter detachable fabric-coated cable, the headset provides decent general build quality but suffers from minor finish flaws, such as visible adhesive residue on the headband...Read more

computerbild.de

08/11/2014

Headphone Review: Philips Fidelio X2 - COMPUTER BILD

The Philips Fidelio X2 is an open-back over-ear headphone designed specifically for stationary home HiFi use, weighing in at a substantial 393 grams. The comprehensive review highlights its outstanding, well-balanced sound quality and highly comfortable fit as its primary strengths. The open acoustic architecture provides an expansive audio experience that reveals deep musical...Read more

miniklangwunder.de

01/04/2017

Philips Fidelio X2 Review - WOW Headphones and Great for Long-Term Use

The Miniklangwunder review praises the Philips Fidelio X2 as an outstanding and highly versatile open-back, over-ear headphone that balances a "fun" sound profile with excellent long-term listening comfort. Despite weighing roughly 380 grams, its premium material build featuring genuine leather, sturdy metal elements, and unique ear cushions delivers an exclusive, high-end feel...Read more

forum.lesnumeriques.com

12/02/2015

Review: Philips Fidelio X2 Headphones

Based on the provided French forum thread from Les Numériques, community feedback highlights the Philips Fidelio X2Go as a highly immersive, open-back, circum-aural dynamic headphone that offers incredible value for money in its price bracket. Users frequently praise its outstanding, "royal" comfort driven by massive memory foam ear cushions and an excellent self-adjusting headband...Read more

on-mag.fr

08/03/2016

Philips Fidelio X2 review: High-end audiophile headphones at a reasonable price

The Philips Fidelio X2 is an open-back audiophile headphone designed to offer high-end home audio performance at an affordable official price of €350. Reviewers praise its robust build quality, featuring a sober all-black aesthetic, metal headband wrapped in leather, and an auto-adjusting mesh-covered polymer cushion. Inside, it utilizes 50mm dynamic drivers tilted at 15 degrees to...Read more

01net.com

11/03/2015

Review: Philips Fidelio X2, the perfect headphones for lazy music lovers

The Philips Fidelio X2 is an open-back, over-ear headphone that strikes an excellent balance between high-end audiophile sound and mass-market appeal. Priced at a recommended €299, it stands out for its stellar build quality, swapping out cheap plastics for premium metal, faux leather, and comfortable velvet earpads. It is highly versatile across all music genres due to its balanced...Read more

qobuz.com

10/12/2014

Philips Fidelio X2 Review: Punchy Hi-Fi in All Its Glory!

The Qobuz review identifies the Philips Fidelio X2Go as a highly dynamic, open-back headphone offering an exceptionally "punchy" sound, expansive soundstage, and great comfort due to its flexible headband and memory foam pads. It delivers excellent performance for classical, jazz, and folk music, characterized by deep, undistorted bass, clean highs, and great vocal reproduction, all...Read more

lesnumeriques.com

12/02/2015

Philips Fidelio X2 Review: New Diaphragm, Same Quality

The Philips Fidelio X2 is an open-back, over-ear hi-fi headphone that delivers high-quality acoustic performance using 50mm neodymium drivers equipped with a Layered Motion Control (LMC) multi-layer diaphragm. It features a robust, premium build combining aluminium, velvet, and calfskin leather, along with an AKG-style self-adjusting mesh headband that offers excellent comfort for...Read more

gouforit.com

13/01/2026

Philips Fidelio X2HR: Review and opinion of these headphones", "Philips Fidelio X2HR: Headphones review and hands-on opinion

The Philips Fidelio X2HR open-back, over-ear wired headphones are highly recommended as an exceptional, budget-friendly entry point into high-resolution home audio. Originally launched in 2017 to replace the X2 model, they deliver a highly dynamic, well-balanced, and mostly neutral sound profile. Backed by 50 mm neodymium drivers and Layered Motion Control (LMC) diaphragms, they...Read more

misauriculares.com

03/09/2018

Philips Fidelio X2HR/00 Review

The Philips Fidelio X2HR/00 is an open-back dynamic headphone evaluated by a reviewer as a highly musical and comfortable evolution of the original X2 model. Key pros include its exceptionally solid construction and outstanding comfort. The suspension headband and huge, deep velour ear pads make the 380-gram weight vanish during long listening sessions, even for users wearing...Read more

misauriculares.com

30/08/2018

Philips Fidelio X2/00 Review", "Review: Philips Fidelio X2/00

The Philips Fidelio X2/00 open-back dynamic headphones deliver an incredibly comfortable, robust, and cohesive listening experience that far exceeds their price point. Built elegantly with dark grey plastics and metal headband supports, they offer an exceptionally secure and well-designed self-adjusting suspension headband. Combined with massive, soft-touch ear pads measuring 6.5 cm...Read more

forum.tomshw.it

29/07/2017

[REVIEW] Philips Fidelio X2 | Tom's Hardware Forum Italy

The Philips Fidelio X2 open-back headphonesGo are characterized in this Tom’s Hardware Forum Italia review for their exceptional build quality, featuring a sturdy metal frame, comfortable velour earpads, and a high-quality aesthetic. Sonically, they excel in soundstage and imaging, offering excellent instrument separation that makes them a strong choice for immersive listening,...Read more

stereo-head.it

06/03/2015

Philips Fidelio X2: Philips' Take on Hi-Fi – Review

The Philips Fidelio X2 is an open-back, dynamic over-ear headphone that delivers high-quality audio at an accessible price point. Built with premium materials, it features a flexible, self-adjusting dual-part headband made of aluminium and faux leather, paired with incredibly soft, velvet-covered ear pads that ensure superb long-term comfort. A major improvement over its predecessor...Read more

tweakers.net

23/03/2018

Philips Fidelio X2 Black - Yousif - Product reviews - Tweakers

The user review on Tweakers praises the Philips Fidelio X2 Zwart as an excellent open-back headphone, ranking it as their personal favourite due to its incredible soundstage, impressive bass response, and exceptional build quality. Purchased for a bargain price of €150, the reviewer highlights several major pros, including superb wearing comfort via a perfect headband and soft ear...Read more

elektrozine.be

13/07/2017

Review: Philips Fidelio X2 headphones

The Philips Fidelio X2 is a high-quality, relatively affordable open-back headphone designed primarily for home listening sessions. The build quality stands out immediately with its durable black finish and metal accents. In terms of comfort, it excels due to a self-adjusting dual headband and replaceable velour-covered memory foam ear cushions that sit securely without feeling...Read more

alpha-audio.net

07/02/2015

Philips Fidelio X2 Headphones Review - Alpha Audio

The Philips Fidelio X2 is an over-ear, open-back headphone priced around €299 that stands out for its neutral, highly detailed, and transparent sound reproduction. Bucking the modern trend of bass-heavy tuning, it offers a personal monitor-like experience with excellent vocal clarity and an impressive ability to separate multiple layers in music tracks. Built with massive 50mm LMC...Read more

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