Austrian Audio Hi-X Hi-X65
The 44mm dynamic driver and open-back design deliver a 5Hz–28kHz frequency response with a natural, spacious soundstage for detailed monitoring. Durable metal hinges, a 310g foldable build, and two detachable cables (3m and 1.2m) provide studio-ready comfort and flexibility. Best suited for audio engineers and producers who require precise, analytical sound during mixing and mastering sessions.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong build (92nd percentile) 92nd
- Strong sound (89th percentile) 89th
- Strong user sentiment (71st percentile) 71st
Cons
- Below average mic (18th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 13 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.7 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam |
| Headband | metal |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 44 |
| Freq Min | 5 |
| Freq Max | 28000 |
| Impedance | 25 |
| Sensitivity | 110 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 3 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Austrian Audio Hi-X Hi-X65 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Apple AirPods Max Midnight | Technics EAH-A800 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 44 | 40 | 42 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 25 | - | 470 | 314 | 16 | 34 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | open | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 60 | 30 | 20 | 50 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austrian Audio Hi-X Hi-X65 | 32.1 | 18.1 | 92.4 | 89.3 | 44.7 | 53.7 | 70.8 | 42.5 | 61.8 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Compare | 98 | 99.3 | 95.7 | 99.4 | 76.1 | 53.7 | 87.1 | 97.7 | 98.4 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 98 | 85.3 | 92.4 | 97.8 | 90.7 | 87.7 | 37.5 | 98.1 | 67.2 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 98 | 85.3 | 77.8 | 95.6 | 76.1 | 53.7 | 70.8 | 98.9 | 87.5 |
| Apple AirPods Max Midnight Compare | 98 | 83.2 | 92.4 | 93.2 | 69.8 | 32.3 | 87.1 | 94.4 | 98.4 |
| Technics EAH-A800 Compare | 93.4 | 98.3 | 77.8 | 97.2 | 85.9 | 53.7 | 53.1 | 97.4 | 60 |
Usage Scores
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