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Beyerdynamic DT990 vs Philips Fidelio X1

Beyerdynamic DT990 Headphones
Beyerdynamic DT990
Philips Fidelio X1 Headphones
Philips Fidelio X1
Available colors
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
Made for mixing, should this open-back studio stalwart be on your list?Read more
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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3
3 editorial reviews
Another great set of headphones from Philips, the X1s are good enough to worry the very best at this priceRead more
Philips Fidelio X1 : Review by Headfonia - The Headphone Enthusiasts' WebsiteRead more
Philips Fidelio X1 (Wired Headphone): 5 out of 5 stars on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.Read more
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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
4 %
1 stars
4 %
51
3.9 out of 5
51 user ratings
5 stars
27 %
4 stars
45 %
3 stars
21 %
2 stars
5 %
1 stars
0 %

Full Comparison

Technical details

Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
Philips Fidelio X1Philips Fidelio X1
Sound outputStereoStereo
StyleOver-EarOver-Ear
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)nono

Design

Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
Philips Fidelio X1Philips Fidelio X1
Colour of product
  • Black,Silver
  • Grey
Black
Acoustic designOpenOpen
Attachment typeHeadbandHeadband
Body materialPlastic
  • Leather
  • Memory foam
  • Velvet

Dimensions

Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
Philips Fidelio X1Philips Fidelio X1
Weight10.23 oz15.17 oz

Sound

Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
Philips Fidelio X1Philips Fidelio X1
Impedance250.0 Ω30.0 Ω
Sensitivity< 96< 100
Frequency range5 - 3500010 - 40000
Driver size1.77 in1.97 in
Total harmonic distortion (THD)0.2 %0.1 %

Connectivity

Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
Philips Fidelio X1Philips Fidelio X1
Inputs supported
  • 3.5mm
  • 6.35mm
  • 3.5mm
  • 6.35mm
Cable length33
Type of connector3.5mm3.5mm

Power

Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
Philips Fidelio X1Philips Fidelio X1
Battery operatednono

Pros & Cons

Pros
      Cons

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