Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
Beyerdynamic
85 Overall Score
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Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva
Linsoul
56 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
No customer feedback yet
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva
82 out of 100 medium confidence 10 reviews
The Kiwi Ears Altruva open-back headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, comfort, and value. Users praise the clear, V-shaped sound profile with good bass and soundstage, often comparing it favorably to more expensive brands. However, a few verified reviews note design issues like earcups falling off, shallow cable jacks, and a resonant metal headband, which prevent a perfect score for some.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Great value for money
- Comfortable velour ear pads
- Clear V-shaped sound profile
- Good bass response
Cons
- Earcups fall off easily
- Shallow cable jacks
- Resonant metal headband
- High bass for shooters
- Tight clamp force
Sound quality 8
Value for money 6
Comfort 5
Build quality 4
Earcup detachment 2
Cable jack issue 2
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Specifications
| Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609 | Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.22 kg★ | — |
| Ear Cushion | replaceable ear pads | Leather |
| Headband | aluminum and durable textiles | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 mm | 50 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 98 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, SBC | Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva Over Ear Headphone, Hi-Fi 50mm Dynamic Driver Monitoring Headphones, Wired Gaming Headset, Open-Back Stereo Headphones for Studio Engineer Audiophile Gaming (BlackGrey) |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | Adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Profiles | AVDTP 1.3, HFP 1.9, GAVDP 1.3, SPP 1.2, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6 | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Range | 15 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 40 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 15 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Capacity | 630 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Fast Pair | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | beyerdynamic app | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Beyerdynamic Aventho 10016090.024score per dollar
vs
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva0.043score per dollar
Linsoul Kiwi Ears Altruva offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 40 specs.
