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FiiO FX17 vs Shure SE846: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the FiiO FX17 vs Shure SE846, 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 FX17 leads on 3 of 4 measures.

  • FiiO FX17
  • Shure SE846
HearWiki score
83
-
Sound
9.0
-
Value
6.0
-
Price (USD)
$1,500
$800

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?

Same generation

The FiiO FX17 is 12 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price. For 12 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

  • FX17202612 yr newer
  • SE8462014

Specifications

FX17SE846
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$1,500
$800
HearWiki score
83
Not scored
Released
2026
2014
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
1DD + 4BA + 8EST tribrid
4-driver hybrid
Driver type
tribrid
hybrid
Driver configuration
1DD + 4BA + 8EST
-
Driver size
10 mm
-
Drivers per side
13
4
Impedance
16 Ω
-
Sensitivity
99 dB/mW
-
Active noise cancelling
No
-
Weight
12.2 g
-
Water resistance
-
none
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
Connector
4.4 mm balanced
MMCX

What reviewers said

FiiO FX17

The FiiO FX17 is a premium wired tribrid IEM that combines a 10mm dynamic driver, four balanced armatures, and eight electrostatic drivers per side for a detailed, multi-layered sound. Its titanium shell and five-way crossover aim to deliver a refined, high-resolution listening experience, while the included 4.4mm balanced cable offers versatility for audiophile setups.

  • Pro:Precision-milled titanium shell for durability and resonance control
  • Pro:Hybrid driver array (1DD + 4BA + 8EST) offers expansive treble and dynamic bass
  • Pro:Swappable plugs on the cable provide flexible connectivity
  • Con:No active noise cancellation, requiring a quiet environment or isolation tips
  • Con:High price point may limit accessibility
  • Con:16-ohm impedance may need a powerful source for optimal performance

Shure SE846

The Shure SE846 is a premium wired in-ear monitor featuring a four-driver hybrid design and a clear housing that showcases its internal components. It includes detachable MMCX cables and a user-adjustable filter system to tailor the sound signature, while its passive design provides up to 37 dB of noise isolation without active cancellation.

  • Pro:Excellent passive noise isolation up to 37 dB
  • Pro:Tunable filter system for customizable sound
  • Pro:Detachable MMCX cables for easy replacement
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or water resistance
  • Con:Pricey for a wired IEM
  • Con:Requires careful fit for optimal 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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