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Beyerdynamic DT990 vs Philips Fidelio X2

    Beyerdynamic DT990 Headphones
    Beyerdynamic DT990
      Philips Fidelio X2 Headphones
      Philips Fidelio X2
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      Editiorial reviews
      5
      5 editorial reviews
      The ‘Premium’ version brings improvements to the original model, delivering across the board with good sound, comfort and buildRead more
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      The Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO are sturdy critical listening headphones. They deliver an excellent audio reproduction but their open-back design is not ideal for ev...Read more
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      5
      4.7 out of 5
      3 user ratings
      5 stars
      		66 %
      4 stars
      		33 %
      3 stars
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      User rating
      67
      3.7 out of 5
      67 user ratings
      5 stars
      		26 %
      4 stars
      		29 %
      3 stars
      		34 %
      2 stars
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      1 stars
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      4.1 out of 5
      49 user ratings
      5 stars
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      3 stars
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      2 stars
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      Full Comparison

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      Technical details

      Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
      Philips Fidelio X2Philips Fidelio X2
      Sound outputStereoStereo
      StyleOver-EarOver-Ear
      Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)nono

      Design

      Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
      Philips Fidelio X2Philips Fidelio X2
      Colour of product
      • Black,Silver
      • Grey
      		Black
      Acoustic designOpenOpen
      Attachment typeHeadbandHeadband
      Body materialPlastic
      • Leather
      • Memory foam

      Dimensions

      Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
      Philips Fidelio X2Philips Fidelio X2
      Weight10.23 oz13.4 oz

      Sound

      Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
      Philips Fidelio X2Philips Fidelio X2
      Impedance250.0 Ω30.0 Ω
      Sensitivity< 96100.0 dB
      Frequency range5 - 350005 - 40000
      Driver size1.77 in1.97 in
      Total harmonic distortion (THD)0.2 %0.1 %

      Connectivity

      Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
      Philips Fidelio X2Philips Fidelio X2
      Inputs supported
      • 3.5mm
      • 6.35mm
      • 3.5mm
      • 6.35mm
      Cable length33.0
      3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedyesyes
      Type of connector3.5mm3.5mm
      USBnono

      Power

      Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
      Philips Fidelio X2Philips Fidelio X2
      Battery operatednono

      Pros & Cons

      Pros
          Cons

              Beyerdynamic DT990 vs Philips Fidelio X2 - User Opinions

              • everette
                over 1 year ago
                The Philips Fidelio X2HR are slightly better open-back headphones for neutral sound listening than the Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO. The Philips are more comfortable, have a less over-emphasized bass range, and a much wider and more open soundstage.
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