Over-Ear
AKG K275
54Average
$85
Full review dataAKG K275 vs FiiO EH13: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the FiiO EH13 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: FiiO EH13 - Outstanding overall at around $50.
Over-Ear
FiiO EH13
86Outstanding
$50
Full review dataScore 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 K275
- FiiO EH13
HearWiki score
54
86
Sound
6.3
8.0
Noise cancelling
-
8.0
Battery
-
10.0
Calls
-
8.0
Value
-
10.0
Price (USD)
$85
$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 K275 (2019). The FiiO EH13 edges ahead on platform, but only just: ANC type Hybrid against None. It also adds USB-C.
- K2752019
- EH1320267 yr newer
What differsK275EH13
- ANC type
- None
- Hybrid
- USB-C
- No
- Yes
Platform
Everyday features
Specifications
K275EH13
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Over-Ear
- Price (USD)
- $85
- $50
- HearWiki score
- 54
- 86
- Released
- 2019
- 2026
- Availability
- Discontinued
- Sold new
- Driver
- 2× 50 mm dynamic
- 40 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 50 mm
- 40 mm
- Drivers per side
- 2
- 1
- Frequency response
- 16 Hz - 28 kHz
- 20 Hz - 40 kHz
- Sound signature
- neutral
- -
- Impedance
- 32 Ω
- 16 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 109 dB/mW
- -
- Codecs
- -
- SBC, AAC, LDAC
- Multipoint pairing
- -
- Yes
- Battery life
- -
- 75 h
- Battery life (ANC on)
- -
- 45 h
- Full charge time
- -
- 120 min
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- Yes
- ANC type
- -
- hybrid
- Transparency mode
- -
- Yes
- Companion app
- -
- Yes
- Controls
- -
- buttons
- Weight
- 295 g
- 278 g
- Foldable
- Yes
- -
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- -
- USB-C
- No
- Yes
- Connector
- XLR
- -
- Microphones
- -
- 5
What reviewers said
AKG K275
The AKG K275 is a closed-back, foldable studio headphone with large 50 mm dynamic drivers and a neutral, professional-leaning sound signature. Its low 32-ohm impedance makes it easy to drive from portable devices, while the detachable XLR cable and solid build support both studio tracking and on-the-go monitoring. Overall, it offers a practical, efficient option for budget-conscious musicians and listeners seeking accurate audio.
- Pro:Neutral, accurate sound signature suitable for monitoring
- Pro:Efficient 32-ohm design works well without an amplifier
- Pro:Foldable and lightweight construction for easy transport
- Con:Comfort and fit may be less ideal for extended sessions
- Con:Slightly heavy feel despite portability focus
- Con:Closed-back design limits breathability
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
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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