Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002
Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL001
What Buyers Say
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
Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL001
The Focal Clear MG Professional headphones receive mostly positive feedback for their exceptional clarity, comfort, and build quality, especially among professional musicians and composers. However, some users find them overpriced and unimpressive compared to cheaper alternatives, with a narrow soundstage and a need for EQ correction to address muddiness in the low end. Overall, they are praised for detailed, warm-neutral sound but criticized for not being a universal fit for all listeners.
Pros
- Exceptional clarity and detail
- Very comfortable for long sessions
- Excellent build quality
- Warm-neutral sound signature
- Easy to drive with basic devices
Cons
- Narrow soundstage for open-back
- High price point
- Muddy low end without EQ correction
- Unimpressive sound for some listeners
- Coiled cables may be too short
Scores
Specifications
| Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002 | Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL001 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.28 kg★ | — |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | memory foam |
| Headband | aluminium | aluminium |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 24 Ω | 55 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 95 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX Adaptive, SBC | Focal Clear Mg Professional Circum-aural Open-Back Headphones, Black |
| Surround | — | Focal Clear Mg Professional Circum-aural Open-Back Headphones, Black | Focal Clear Mg Professional Circum-aural Open-Back | Focal | Black | 55 Ohms | Over Ear | Open Ear | Focal | Black | 55 Ohms | Ov |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.1★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 6.35mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | 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
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong mic (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL001
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Strong comfort (67th percentile)
- Strong sound (66th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002 offers 2.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 81 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 35 specs.
