Best Headphones To Buy In 2023! Our Recommendations 

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Upon viewing your comprehensive video analysis, along with the comparative study between the XM5 and XM4, I was compelled to subscribe to your channel. The precision of your evaluations earns a stellar five-star rating from me. Your team presents a balanced review without succumbing to the temptation of unnecessary hype, and I find that your commentary aligns seamlessly with real-world experiences. Well done.

As a Sony fan who bought every single XM headphone: I wholly agree with your pick. The XM4 is the top of the line-up! Great other options mentioned here as well!

This channel is so underrated

Winter 2022 i was on the hunt for new truly High-End headphones for gaming, and i had my eyes set on a few different models ranging $500-$1000 each. I had spent months reading reviews. I went to the shop and had brough tracks (in my phone) that i know sound bad. Some tracks are too sharp, some are overly bassy, some have digital artifacts in them, but some tracks that are just pure perfection, very detailed and deep orchestras etc. And two Dolby-Surround Test tracks. Then i ran them all through all the headphones. My goal was to find the headphone that could make everything sound good no matter how bad the recording was. But when testing the ones i had my eyes on, i was somewhat disappointed. I kept switching for like an hour but wasn't satisfied. Frustrated i reached out and plucked a pair of B&O H95 from the stand. My eyes started to tear up the sound was so beautiful. My hearing is sensitive to sharp Treble and these cut the Treble just right but still leave it detailed. Never heard headphones like that before. And the positioning is just minblowing. When i play Cyberpunk2077 or Bordelands 3 with these i can hear if someone is shooting at me from behind me, to my left, two stories up. Just insane. They were more expensive than what i had planned to buy but damned worth it! The H95 drivers are 40mm Titanium so expect a full year of use before complete burn in. However the biggest change will be heard after the first 250+ hours before coming into bloom. The H95 i tested in store was a year old and sounded like a dream. My new ones was stiff and flat in comparison. I left them connected to my computer to do Hertz Sweeps over night during the first month. That broke them in real good. Now, more than half a year later, i only regret not getting them earlier. I love them. They outclass my ATH M50X on a level i can't describe. The ATH are fatiguing in comparison to H95's silky sound.

I was buying headphones several month ago and I was planning to get the Soundcore Q45. But when I tested them in a music shop, I was absolutely disappointed by their sound signature (too digital for me, yet entertaining) and I didn’t really feel the difference between ANC and Transparency modes (likely because I was in a shop). So I decided to fork out for Sony 1000-XM4 and never regretted! They are excellent. The only weird thing I noticed is that in the Transparency mode they cut out bass. This is both useful (you hear more of your surrounding) and stupid (you can’t enjoy some bass-heavy music). I hope this isn’t only my unit’s problem…

Very interesting that you put the HD 800's on the list at $1800, and an SHP9500 on at $80... No mention at all of the HD 500/600/6xx or the ATHM50s or the DT 990s or the Planar Magnetic HiFiMans for the $200-500 range? Very weird and interesting choices here that have lead me to disregard any opinions stated in this video. Please do more/better research next time. Now all your reviews for monitors and other tech will be called into question.

Been using the sony wh-1000xm4 for two months and they are great, but the headphones that give you goosebumps when listening are denon ah-d600. I have never listened to better headphones than denon and they are fantastic. Denon is most underrated headphones in my opinion.

Just so you know, I've had a little OCD spell for over the ear headphones lately and YOUR reviews played a huge part in that. I now own 11 sets of cans and I'm holding you personally responsible 😂. Amazing work on your website and I'm really glad I now found your RU-vid channel.

owned the wh1000xm4s for about 2 years now and they started glitching

Yesss!! Love to see the SHP9500 on this list. Not only is the headset budget audiophile, but it’s also incredibly comfortable & converts to a gaming headset w/ a simple boom mic like the vmoda boom pro. If you haven’t experienced this headset yet, I highly recommend. Open back & line-in, so more for at-home use. Hands down best pair of headphones I’ve ever owned.

Just an FYI but 5:50 DAC doesn’t stand for “Digital Audio Converter” it stands for Digital-to-Analogue Converter.

You showed the same result for bose qc45 noice cancellation like 1 year ago but there was an update that improve the noise cancelation A lot! (3.0.2) and now they are on the level of xm5 and even better.

I don't know how would be possible to measure, but the built quality is certainly impacting the audio experience - I mean that you measure the headphones in a resting state, while when you walk in them, they got shaked and by this they produce noise. But yes, idk how to measure it objectively :/

I love you guys, You helped me to pick right products and without all the knowledge about headphones and many other products I would have been lost. I appreciate this amazing work!

shp9500s can be transformed into an Amazing headset with a simple EQ adjustment, get on it!!

Can someone with actual experience with both help me decide between the XM4 and XM5? I'm really confused as ANC is my top priority and sound quality just after that. I'm really leaning towards XM4 considering their incredible ANC + I prefer XM4's design over XM5 and most importantly they are significantly cheaper, XM5 are almost 30% costlier than XM4 where I live. But every review I've seen for both, almost everyone said XM5 have significantly better ANC than XM4. This is the only channel which says XM4 has better ANC + XM5 has much better mic for calling which I prefer to do on the headphones if I'm wearing them while the call comes. So it has become really confusing for me. Anyone with real experience with both, I'd really appreciate your opinion.

The Soundcore Q20+s come with the app with eq options and multipoint. Just seem to be harder to find. The + really is a plus😊

Major props for the Eurobeat Intensifies shirt!!

still rocking my sony xm3's hoping an xm6 is worth an upgrade oneday

I love that you have signed off Daniel Radcliffe for that episode to play that audio geek role ❤

Folks, for future reference match the audio levels of both presenters. Because these lads have a very different speaking volume and it's hurts when she suddenly talks and destroy my eardrums or the other lady whom I can barely hear. Great analysis though.

Hey nice video! You guys deserve a lot more attention. I wanted to buy some headphones or earbuds under 300 hundred dollars. I don’t need them to work out or anything but just to listen to music. A priority for me is comfort and sound quality. What would you recommend. Thanks!

Thank you for the excellent video content. It would enhance the viewing experience if the audio levels between the male and female speakers were more balanced. :(

the XM4 has one downside though: they are not water resistant at all. I've seen so many reviews of the headphones needing repairs/breaking because of moisture (think cold weather, sweat, moist weather). For that price I expect better.

Thanks for this video, I was set on the latest sonys but after watching your video actually went to the store and tried them and they were a lot less comfortable than the previous gen and ended up buying those instead!

Quick underdog that I had for a while taotronics soundsurge, they are incredible for the price point

ive used Audio Technica M50x for a long time and switched to the first version og the BT version a couple of years ago. Im happy with their sound, batter and built quality (expect the pads that are destoyed at this point), but they are a bit uncomfortable to wear for longer periods of time. They also have no ANC and can only pair with one device. Their companion app is also a sorry affair. Basically, they just have good sound and that's it. Ive considered swithing to the sony headphones you mention in this video. I seem to recall that their sound profile is actually less neutral than my M50xBT though, but I might be wrong. If that is the case, I don't know if the trade is worth it. I don't want too much base and I worry the Sony has just that. I know the M50xBT is a little heavy on the base, but are the sony not more so?

If you want THE MOST BASS *get the Skullcandy Crusher- try em*

I Dont and won’t get why Sony xm5 are the best? They are so average for me. My xm4 malfunctionaled as well after only half a year

Do gaming stuff often please, im still stuck on x90j for ps5 setting lol

We're is the Sennheiser momentum 4 😮 I don't understand how this is not qualified to be at your top 5 ? especially with the double the battery then the Sony and top sound from Sennheiser.

I have the Sony XM4 and love the sound they give off but my only issue is that they tend to slip off my head when I slightly lay my head down. I wonder if anyone else has this issue and knows what I can do to make them stay on my head lol

Thank you ❤ I was looking to update my current headphones. This is very helpful

Do these headphones have good quality microphones? For business calls and such? It didn't mention in the video Thanks in advance!

Thanks for the good work

Hard to recommend. Each have their own unique strengths.

Best for blocking TV sounds??

Urbanears don't sell the Plattan 2 in black wireless anymore. I loved them, cuz they were minimal and modern looking. Do u have any recommendations for minimal style headphones?

i am just not sure if i should the b&o hx or the sony xm 4 because i had the h4 for many years now and they are absolutely amazing what do you think guys?

I have been running a pair of Fostex T50RP MK3 for over 5 years now but if i ever did have the wallet for it i do love to own my own set of he 1's

I didn't quite understand why Xm4 are better than Bose 45. I do own Bose 35 and compared those to Xm4. In my feeling Bose were more comfortable. That could impact decision for long wearing like in office etc. I don't have any fatigue after having them for 4-6h at work on different calls. So where do XM4 shine and why would be my question.

I just subscribed! Thanks for this video! ❤

I bought the Soundcore Q45s on Prime day for $100 & I must say I’m disappointed. Tinny, flat, cheap plastic & head cushion, SUPER tight headache, & ANC is uncomfortable. Look elsewhere, buyers

Hello sir, may i ask, are B39 headphones good?

Please tell me about the jbl tour one m2 and should i go for it or the xm4 if they are available for the same price

I was reading Rtings and never thought of it as ratings 😮😂 ( atleast for year or more )

But why no JBL live 660 (or other JBL) in your list - instead of Q45? They are more neutral them Souncore, and cost less.

Hi! What about budjets? AKG K361-BT / Sony WH CH720N / JBL tune 770nc / something else. What would you recommend in this price? For music listening only (rock, blues, techno). Thanks a lot.

How are the Edifiers & Sony 720N

right now i am looking at both of these...QC45 are 299 ( Canadian ) 218 ( US ) and the new QC are 379 ( Canadian ) 276 ( US ).......which would you recommend as i am without anything currently......great review by the way....thx....cheers from Canada

Great content! Thank you!

What about Cassette headphones 🎧 🆚 OneOdio PLEASE THANK YOU

Does anyone know what kind of backgrounds music these are ? Its so light and easy to listen to

Excellent review 👍👍

Which is the best quality sound for headphone ~$1000 use jack 4.4mm balance: with bass powerful, deep, warm; vocal clear, bright, emotion; high range clear, separate, no distort. Thanks!

What about the Sennheiser Momentun 4?

Thanks it help me decide.

Not a single pair of planar headphones among your recommendations?

Love this video!! I want to see more videos like this with you 2 guys!

really like this channel and your super detailed reviews. only thing id say is its somewhat annoying when 1 person is shouting and one is wispering.

Hi. Thanks for your work! Can you please do a review of HyperX Cloud II but by HP revision. Its just a new model one, too much differences with Kingston model. Thanks in advance! (sry for my english)

What 43 inch + tv would u recommend that’s also somewhat good for gaming and under $250. Doesn’t gotta be brand new just under 250 thanks

i wanted to get the m4 for a while.. but sadly the black friday lit ended rn so i have to search for more budget ones because it's m4 or nothing

Please, so what headphones do you recommend I get that are under $300 ones with "audiofile qualities" like great instrument separation and wide soundstage?

Great video guys! Thanks a lot for the recommendations!

In "Best Wireless Bluetooth" article the Senny is the upper-mid range but it's the Bose in "Best Over-Ear" article.. shouldn't be the same ?! 🤔 Still confused between these two and the Sony's & want one for watching Movie 😮‍💨😵‍💫

Could you please recommend any wired or Bluetooth headphones/earbuds suitable for Microsoft Teams and Zoom meetings? Thank you in advance!

I have quite a big head, and when using my XM4's, i have to have them fully extended to fit me. How far do thr XM5s strerch in comparison? Would they be more or less comfortable for a large head?

I test all my bass headphones and speakers subs. This track called bass head by Alan clayter is a really good test

airpod pros 2, max, sony xm4 xm5, momentum 4 are the only headphones that are in the top list this year…

I would take the HD660s2 over the 800s any day.

What about the SoundCore Space One Headphones that are 99 dollars? Are those good? Please respond as I would like to get my money's worth. Thanks!

I'm curious about why don't you analyze Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 ?

Does anyone find the xm4 driver too PAINFUL for eardrums

Abby has the energy that she can convey easily.

We really need reviews not only about sound quality but built-in microphone quality

I love my iPod Max! So great.

Skullcandy Crusher Evo have the most BASS

Why APM not included?

Hii iam currently very confused between sony xm4, xm5 and sennheiser momentum 4 i want to buy an all rounder headphones one which i can use on my ps5, ioad pro and phone. I mostly play games like rdr 2 so their is no issue of playing with mic and i heard sound is better on momentums but iam really very confused because i want to buy headphones for a long run so any suggestions pls? Btw currently sony xm4s are the cheapest and xm5 and sennheiser momentum 4s are on same price after discount durability and comfort is also very important for me

Man if only I could try the Ankers before buying them, they seem ok but I don't know if they're comfortable.

what is good ,, Sony headphones or awei headphones,,??

wow, I literally just bought pc38x lol. do you lot recommend it?

Y’all seem like very sweet people ❤

I had these for years, there still isn't anything better 😢

Yeah! FInally summer came to Mile-End and to Montreal

which one is betrer q45 or sony wh-xb910n. please suggest?

Hope Audeze releases Mobius 2 with ANC

You look and sound like ExplainingComputers guy, are you related?

How is Anker Soundcore Q20+ wireless headphones for gaming, calls and music..

Should make "best 5 for each budget" not only one "best"

What happened to DT 770 pro 80ohm headphones

which is better sony xb910 or soundcore q45?

Still love my XM3 , hopefully they'll last me this year too. Great review 😎

I have the XM4, and I can't recommend them. They're great, until they start to make a deafening high pitched noise. This is a common problem with them

5:53 DAC stands for Digital-Analog Converter not Digital Audio Converter.

Is Evan 25 or 55?

i love you rtings

Best audiophile should be the Hifiman Arya's