Philips Fidelio X3

The Philips Fidelio X3 are very good for neutral sound. They have a very balanced, neutral sound profile, especially in the mid-range, so vocals and lead instruments are accurately reproduced. Their open-back design creates an open and speaker-like soundstage. However, their treble response is a bit uneven, and they're lacking a bit of low-bass.

-- As reviewed by Rtings
Philips Fidelio X3 1

Product details

  • All new Philips Fidelio X3 with wide, natural soundstage and uncolored sound
  • Exquisitely tuned 50 mm multi-layer polymer (with dampening gel) diaphragms - delivers exquisitely detailed highs, full and smooth midrange, and impactful (without overpowering) bass
  • Hi-Res Audio certified. Hear the full impact of every note when wired to a high-resolution source for a lifelike performance.
  • Open-back design. Wide, natural soundstage with acoustically transparent Kvadrat speaker fabric. By eliminating the air pressure build-up behind the diaphragms, an immersive and spacious sound is born.
  • Premium finishing also means responsibly sourced materials. The sumptuous black Muirhead Scottish leather covering the headband is sustainably and ethically sourced.
  • Balanced and unbalanced inputs means it is ready for your favorite headphone amp or your everyday phone and mobile devices.
  • Detachable Balanced and Unbalanced 3 m oxygen-free cables included

PROS

+ Open and spacious soundstage.
+ Consistent audio delivery.

CONS

- Lacking low-bass.

Expert reviews and ratings

By Rtings on November 17, 2020
The Philips Fidelio X3 are very good for neutral sound. They have a very balanced, neutral sound profile, especially in the mid-range, so vocals and lead instruments are accurately reproduced. Their open-back design creates an open and speaker-like soundstage. However, their treble response is a bit uneven, and they're lacking a bit of low-bass.
79
By PCMag on September 01, 2020
The Philips Fidelio X3 headphones deliver clean and balanced audio performance that will appeal to anyone seeking accuracy over boosted bass and sculpted highs.
80
By CompsMag on April 11, 2023
Home headphones might be coming back, and Philips has a good claim to that market with the Fidelio X3.
90
By TechRadar on October 08, 2020
As an alternative to more expensive open-back headphones out there, the Philips Fidelio X3 combine impeccable sound quality with a comfortable and durable design. The treble and sub-bass might be two minor soft points, the overall clarity and large soundstage on offer here will knock you off your feet.
90
By TrustedReviews on March 16, 2022
90