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AKG K 300 vs FiiO EH13: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the AKG K 300 vs FiiO EH13, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

FiiO EH13 leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • AKG K 300
  • FiiO EH13
HearWiki score
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86
Sound
-
8.0
Noise cancelling
-
8.0
Battery
-
10.0
Calls
-
8.0
Value
-
10.0
Price (USD)
$89
$50

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Half a step newer

FiiO EH13 (2026) against AKG K 300 (2018). The FiiO EH13 edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Hybrid against None.

  • K 3002018
  • EH1320268 yr newer
What differsK 300EH13

Platform

ANC type
None
Hybrid

Specifications

K 300EH13
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$89
$50
HearWiki score
Not scored
86
Released
2018
2026
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
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40 mm dynamic
Driver type
-
dynamic
Driver size
-
40 mm
Drivers per side
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1
Frequency response
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20 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
-
16 Ω
Codecs
-
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
-
Yes
Battery life
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75 h
Battery life (ANC on)
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45 h
Full charge time
-
120 min
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
-
hybrid
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
-
Yes
Controls
-
buttons
Weight
-
278 g
USB-C
-
Yes
Microphones
-
5

What reviewers said

AKG K 300

The AKG K 300 is a straightforward wired over-ear headphone designed for traditional listening setups. It forgoes active noise cancellation in favor of a simple, passive design, making it a budget-friendly option for those who prefer a direct connection. Its documentation is accessible through common manual databases, underscoring its classic, no-frills approach.

  • Pro:Simple, wired connection for reliable audio
  • Pro:Over-ear design for comfortable extended listening
  • Pro:Budget-friendly price point
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Wired only, limiting mobility
  • Con:Lacks modern wireless features

FiiO EH13

The FiiO EH13 is a budget-friendly wireless over-ear headphone with 40mm dynamic drivers and hybrid active noise cancellation. It offers impressive battery life, LDAC support, and a foldable design, making it a versatile option for everyday use. App control and multipoint connectivity add to its convenience.

  • Pro:Excellent battery life of up to 75 hours
  • Pro:Hybrid ANC with transparency mode
  • Pro:LDAC support for high-quality wireless audio
  • Con:Plastic build may feel less premium
  • Con:No aptX codec support
  • Con:Controls are button-based only

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