Koss KPH8K
The lightweight, durable build and 32-ohm impedance deliver clear audio from an 80Hz-18kHz frequency range without needing an amplifier. The unique D-Profile ear cups and 4-foot dual-entry cord provide lasting comfort and flexible mobility for all-day wear. These headphones are best for budget-conscious listeners needing a reliable, no-fuss wired option for casual music and spoken word content.
form factor on-ear
driver type dynamic
impedance ohms 32
open closed back closed
23 Overall Score
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Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong comfort (67th percentile) 67th
Cons
- Below average sound (1st percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Weight | 0.1 kg / 0.2 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Freq Min | 80 |
| Freq Max | 18000 |
| Impedance | 32 |
| Sensitivity | 94 |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | No |
| Cable Length | 1.22 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Koss KPH8K | TOZO HT3 | Soundcore Life Q20 | SoundPEATS Cove Pro | Tribit QuietPlus BTQ81 | EarFun Tune Pro HP220B |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 32 | 16 | 16 | 32 | - | 32 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | - |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 6.0 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 5.4 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 90 | 60 | 95 | 110 | 120 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Koss KPH8K | 32 | 14.9 | 33.7 | 1 | 46 | 67.2 | 18.9 | 40.9 |
| TOZO HT3 Compare | 89.8 | 82.7 | 94.3 | 98.6 | 97.8 | 51.9 | 96.8 | 95.1 |
| Soundcore Life Q20 Compare | 94.2 | 82.7 | 90.8 | 100 | 91.3 | 87.1 | 95.9 | 89.8 |
| SoundPEATS Cove Pro Compare | 98.2 | 95.7 | 98.4 | 91.7 | 98.3 | 87.1 | 86.4 | 72.2 |
| Tribit QuietPlus BTQ81 Compare | 94.2 | 84.5 | 33.7 | 66.2 | 99.1 | 87.1 | 81.5 | 95.1 |
| EarFun Tune Pro HP220B Compare | 94.2 | 84.5 | 33.7 | 97.4 | 99.6 | 87.1 | 95.2 | 83.6 |
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