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Grado RS2x vs Philips Fidelio X3

Side-by-side comparison — scores, specs and which one fits your setup.

HIGHER SCORE
Grado RS2x
9.0
/ 10
On-earReference
Philips Fidelio X3
8.2
/ 10
Over-earHigh end

Specs comparison

9/10
SCORE
8.2/10
32Ω
IMPEDANCE
30Ω
99dB
SENSITIVITY
100dB
No
NEEDS AMP
No

Analysis

The Grado RS2x scores 9/10 with 32Ω impedance and 99dB sensitivity. At 32Ω, it drives well from most phones without an external amp.

The Philips Fidelio X3 scores 8.2/10 with 30Ω impedance and 100dB sensitivity. At 30Ω, it can be driven directly without extra hardware.

Based on our scoring, the Grado RS2x scores higher overall. However, the right choice depends on your full audio chain — use our analyzer to see which fits your actual setup.

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