Zildjian ALCHEM-E ZXHP0022
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002
What Buyers Say
Zildjian ALCHEM-E ZXHP0022
The Zildjian ALCHEM-E headphones receive high praise for their exceptional sound quality, robust build, and effective noise cancellation. Users appreciate the personalized hearing adjustment and long battery life, though some find the clamping force too strong for larger heads and the ear cups slightly small. The unique design and responsive customer service are also highlighted as major positives.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Personalized hearing adjustment
- Long battery life
- Premium build quality
Cons
- Strong clamping force for large heads
- Small ear cup openings
- Occlusion effect when moving
- Gold knob design is tacky
- No transparency mode
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
| Zildjian ALCHEM-E ZXHP0022 | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.37 kg | 0.28 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | leatherette | memory foam |
| Headband | — | aluminium |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 7 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz | 22 kHz |
| Impedance | 4700 Ω | 24 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 94 dB | 95 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | AAC, aptX Adaptive, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | 2 Levels of Active Noise Canceling | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.1 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.7999999523162842 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 15 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 45 hrs★ | 40 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 680 mAh | 1,200 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | Zildjian | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | — | IP53 |
Pros & Cons
Zildjian ALCHEM-E ZXHP0022
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong sound (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong anc (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong battery (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
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 (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average build (35th percentile)
Pricing
Zildjian ALCHEM-E ZXHP0022 offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 78 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 40 specs.
