Philips Fidelio F1 review: specs and price
Philips Fidelio F1
Why is Philips Fidelio F1 better than the average?
- Lowest frequency?
7Hzvs14.37Hz - Highest frequency?
40000Hzvs25002.03Hz - Impedance?
16 Ohmsvs33.27 Ohms - Driver unit size?
40mmvs35.38mm - Weight?
155gvs204.35g
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Design
Fit
On-ear
The fit of the headphones.
weight
155g
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
has a detachable cable
✔Philips Fidelio F1
With a detachable cable you can use alternative cables, and if the cable is pulled it will pop out instead of breaking.
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
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The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
can be folded
✔Philips Fidelio F1
Foldable devices are easier to transport and take up less storage space.
has a tangle free cable
✖Philips Fidelio F1
The cable is designed to minimize tangling.
travel bag is included
✔Philips Fidelio F1
The device comes with its own special case or pouch, which is useful for safe transportation.
has an open-back design
✖Philips Fidelio F1
The device is designed in a way that allows sound to go out through the back of the ear cups, which usually have vents or perforations. This design provides very natural and accurate sound.
is dustproof and water-resistant
✖Philips Fidelio F1
The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
Sound quality
has active noise cancellation (ANC)
✖Philips Fidelio F1
This type of device allows you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the volume to overcome background noise. Ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.
The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
highest frequency
40000Hz
The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
driver unit size
40mm
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
impedance
16 Ohms
Impedance is the device’s electrical resistance to the current being pushed through it. The lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power.
sound pressure level
107dB/mW
Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
has a neodymium magnet
✔Philips Fidelio F1
Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
has passive noise reduction
✔Philips Fidelio F1
The device sits tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal which reduces background noise and prevents your music from leaking out.
Power
Battery life
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The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
charge time
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The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
Has USB Type-C
✖Philips Fidelio F1
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
has a battery level indicator
✖Philips Fidelio F1
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
has wireless charging
✖Philips Fidelio F1
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
battery power
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Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
has a rechargeable battery
✖Philips Fidelio F1
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
has a removable battery
✖Philips Fidelio F1
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
Connectivity
Connectivity
Wired
The connectivity type of the headphones.
Bluetooth version
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Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
has aptX Adaptive
✖Philips Fidelio F1
aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
has aptX
✖Philips Fidelio F1
aptX is a codec used for transmitting audio wirelessly with Bluetooth. It is developed by Qualcomm, and supports 16-bit audio at a bit rate of 384kbps.
has LDAC
✖Philips Fidelio F1
LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
has aptX Low Latency
✖Philips Fidelio F1
aptX Low Latency is a codec developed by Qualcomm. It uses Bluetooth 5.0 technology to provide low latency audio (around 40ms), which is useful when you want to avoid audio lag (e.g. when playing games).
has aptX HD
✖Philips Fidelio F1
aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
has AAC
✖Philips Fidelio F1
AAC is a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
maximum Bluetooth range
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The device can connect at a greater distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device.
Features
has a noise-canceling microphone
✖Philips Fidelio F1
These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
has ambient sound mode
✖Philips Fidelio F1
Ambient sound mode uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard. It’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re jogging but still want to be able to hear traffic.
has in/on-ear detection
✖Philips Fidelio F1
Sensors can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused, saving battery life.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
has a mute function
✖Philips Fidelio F1
The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
multipoint count
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Multipoint allows you to link to more Bluetooth devices and switch between them. For example you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
control panel placed on a device
✖Philips Fidelio F1
There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.
can be used as a headset
✔Philips Fidelio F1
A headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for apps that require communication i.e. Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones, etc.
Has an in-line control panel
✔Philips Fidelio F1
There is a control panel on the cable, so you can easily operate the device without having to interact with it.
Miscellaneous
has a 3.5mm male connector
✔Philips Fidelio F1
This audio plug allows you to connect to a range of devices which use a standard 3.5mm jack.
Price comparison
Buy used:
$7.03
| Product | Store | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700,Blu...Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700,Bluetooth, Over-Ear Wireless with Built-In Microphone for Clear Calls & Alexa Voice Control,Black | $379 | ||
| PHILIPS Fidelio X2HR Over-Ear Open-Air H...PHILIPS Fidelio X2HR Over-Ear Open-Air Headphone 50mm Drivers- Black | $149 | ||
| PHILIPS Fidelio X3 Wired Over-Ear Open-B...PHILIPS Fidelio X3 Wired Over-Ear Open-Back Headphones, Multi-Layer 50mm diaphragms, Hi-Res Certified, Premium Finishing - Hear The Difference | $140 | ||
| Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Premium Noise C...Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Premium Noise Canceling Overhead Headphones with Mic for Phone-Call and Alexa Voice Control, Black WH1000XM4 | $278 | ||
| Earsoft Replacement Ear Pads Cushions fo...Earsoft Replacement Ear Pads Cushions for Philips FIDELIO F1 Headphones Earphones Earmuff Case Sleeve Accessories | $3.41 | ||
| OFC Silver coated Audio Cable For Philip...OFC Silver coated Audio Cable For Philips Fidelio X1 X1S X2 X2HR F1 L2 headphones | $11 | ||
| replacement Audio nylon Cable For Philip...replacement Audio nylon Cable For Philips Fidelio X1 X1S X2 X2HR F1 L2 headphones | $9.89 | ||
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