HiFiMan Edition XS
The large planar magnetic drivers with Stealth Magnet Technology and a 75% thinner NEO supernano diaphragm deliver a spacious, distortion-free soundstage with an 8Hz-50kHz frequency response. At 405g, the lightweight build and ergonomic headband provide lasting comfort for extended use, while the open-back design creates an immersive, concert-like listening experience. These headphones are best for critical listeners and studio users seeking detailed, full-range audio for music analysis or mixing.
form factor over-ear
driver type planar magnetic
impedance ohms 18
open closed back open
19 Overall Score
No current retailer price
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong build (76th percentile) 76th
Cons
- Below average social proof (10th percentile)
- Below average comfort (10th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open |
| Foldable | No |
| Weight | 0.4 kg / 0.9 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam |
| Headband | refined matte black material |
Audio
| Driver Type | planar magnetic |
| Freq Min | 8 |
| Freq Max | 50000 |
| Impedance | 18 |
| Sensitivity | 92 |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 1.5 |
Microphone
| Microphone | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | HiFiMan Edition XS | Sennheiser HDB 630 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Sony WH-1000XM6 | JBL Tune 670NC | TOZO HT3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | on-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | planar magnetic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | 42 | 40 | 30 | 32 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 18 | 480 | - | 48 | 32 | 16 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | open | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 60 | 30 | 30 | 70 | 90 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HiFiMan Edition XS | 32 | 14.9 | 75.7 | 44.8 | 46 | 10.3 | 39.7 | 9.7 |
| Sennheiser HDB 630 Compare | 98.2 | 82.7 | 75.7 | 98.1 | 91.3 | 44.5 | 98.4 | 95.1 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Compare | 98.2 | 99.3 | 94.3 | 99 | 76.5 | 52 | 97.7 | 95.1 |
| Sony WH-1000XM6 Compare | 98.2 | 89.4 | 90.8 | 91 | 76.5 | 80 | 99.9 | 83.6 |
| JBL Tune 670NC Compare | 98.2 | 64.1 | 75.7 | 84.9 | 94.3 | 87.1 | 99.2 | 98.6 |
| TOZO HT3 Compare | 89.8 | 82.7 | 94.3 | 98.6 | 97.8 | 52 | 96.8 | 95.1 |
Usage Scores
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