Dan Clark Audio Noire X NOIRE ST001
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002
What Buyers Say
Dan Clark Audio Noire X NOIRE ST001
The Dan Clark Audio Noire X headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, comfort, and build. Users praise the clarity, detail, and dynamic sound, often comparing them favorably to other high-end models. However, they note the headphones require a powerful amplifier to reach their full potential, and some find the upper treble slightly sharp. The high price is acknowledged but considered justified by the performance.
Pros
- Exceptional sound clarity and detail
- Very comfortable for long sessions
- Excellent build quality
- Impressive soundstage for closed-back
- High-quality included cables and case
Cons
- Requires powerful amplifier
- Upper treble can be sharp
- High price point
- Heavy weight (385g)
- Ear pads are glued on
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, premium materials, and outstanding comfort. Users praise the natural, balanced audio signature and effective noise cancellation, though some note the high price and minor connectivity quirks. A few reviewers compare them favorably to competitors like Sennheiser Momentum 4 and Focal, highlighting superior build and sound neutrality.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium materials and build
- Outstanding comfort for long wear
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life
Cons
- High price point
- No D/A converter
- Midrange lacking for some
- Connectivity issues with Windows volume control
- Default sound modes initially unappealing
Scores
Specifications
| Dan Clark Audio Noire X NOIRE ST001 | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.39 kg | 0.28 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | — | memory foam |
| Headband | — | aluminium |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | planar magnetic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 13 Ω | 24 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 94 dB | 95 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | AAC, aptX Adaptive, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.1★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Cable Length | 2 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 40 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Capacity | — | 1,200 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | — | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 4★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IP53 |
Pros & Cons
Dan Clark Audio Noire X NOIRE ST001
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average comfort (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average mic (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average connectivity (21st percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average build (35th percentile)
Pricing
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002 offers 5.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 78 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 33 specs.
