Over-Ear
Audeze LCD-GX
82Great
$899
Full review dataAudeze LCD-GX vs HiFiMAN Arya: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the HiFiMAN Arya comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 88. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: HiFiMAN Arya - Outstanding overall at around $769.
Over-Ear
HiFiMAN Arya
88Outstanding
$769
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Audeze LCD-GX
Sound9.0
Calls7.5
Value6.0
HiFiMAN Arya
Sound9.5
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Audeze LCD-GX | HiFiMAN Arya |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $899 | $769 |
| HearWiki score | 82 / 100 · Great | 88 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2019 | 2021 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | Planar-Magnetic | Planar |
| Driver type | Planar Magnetic | - |
| Driver size | 106 mm | - |
| Driver size | 90mm | - |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 10 Hz - 50,000 Hz | 8Hz-65kHz |
| Sound signature | - | Bright neutral |
| Impedance | 20 Ω | 35 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | 90 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | - |
| Codecs | none | - |
| Multipoint pairing | No | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 80 h | - |
| Wireless charging | No | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 461 g | 430 g |
| Water resistance | none | - |
| USB-C | - | No |
| Pad material | Protien Leather | - |
| Clamp force | 749 g | - |
| Balanced connection | Yes | Yes |
What reviewers said
Audeze LCD-GX
The Audeze LCD-GX is a premium open-back planar magnetic gaming headset that prioritizes audiophile-grade sound over gaming gimmicks. It features a 90mm driver, low impedance for easy driving, and a detachable boom mic, making it a niche choice for enthusiasts who value reference-style audio in a wired setup. Its high price, heavy build, and open-back design limit its appeal to a specific audience.
- Pro:Outstanding clarity and detail across the frequency range
- Pro:Low distortion and wide 10 Hz–50 kHz response
- Pro:Comfortable protein leather pads with solid clamp
- Con:Very expensive for a gaming headset
- Con:Heavy at 461 g and bulky on the head
- Con:Open-back design leaks sound and lets noise in
HiFiMAN Arya
The HiFiMAN Arya is a premium planar magnetic headphone known for its exceptionally fast, detailed, and airy sound. Its bright-neutral tuning delivers a highly resolving, spacious presentation with excellent technical performance, making it a strong choice for critical listening, though it requires a good amplifier to shine. With a comfortable open-back design and a relatively affordable price for its class, it balances high-end performance with accessibility.
- Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and transparency
- Pro:Wide, open soundstage with precise imaging
- Pro:Fast and articulate planar driver response
- Con:Bright treble can be fatiguing for sensitive ears
- Con:Needs a powerful amp to reach full potential
- Con:Open-back leaks sound and offers little isolation
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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