Over-Ear
Audeze LCD-GX
82Great
$899
Full review dataAudeze LCD-GX vs HiFiMAN HE 1000se: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the HiFiMAN HE 1000se 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 HE 1000se - Outstanding overall at around $1699.
Over-Ear
HiFiMAN HE 1000se
88Outstanding
$1699
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 HE 1000se
Sound9.5
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | Audeze LCD-GX | HiFiMAN HE 1000se |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $899 | $1699 |
| HearWiki score | 82 / 100 · Great | 88 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2019 | 2018 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | Planar-Magnetic | planar |
| Driver type | Planar Magnetic | - |
| Driver size | 106 mm | - |
| Driver size | 90mm | - |
| Drivers per side | 1 | - |
| Frequency response | 10 Hz - 50,000 Hz | 8Hz-65kHz |
| Sound signature | - | Bright neutral |
| Impedance | 20 Ω | 35 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | 96 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 | 440 g |
| Water resistance | none | - |
| 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 HE 1000se
The HiFiMAN HE1000se is a high-end planar magnetic headphone that delivers exceptional detail retrieval and a spacious, airy soundstage. Its bright-neutral tuning offers strong bass and treble extension, though the prominent treble can become harsh with lower-quality recordings. While its 35-ohm impedance and 96 dB sensitivity make it moderately easy to drive, it still benefits from quality amplification to perform at its best.
- Pro:Outstanding resolution and micro-detail clarity
- Pro:Wide, airy soundstage with excellent instrument separation
- Pro:Strong extension at both frequency extremes
- Con:Bright, peaky treble can fatigue on poorly mastered tracks
- Con:Requires a decent amp despite moderate sensitivity
- Con:Midrange lacks warmth and body for some tastes
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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