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FiiO FX17 vs Shure SE846 Gen 2 True Wireless Bundle: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the FiiO FX17 vs Shure SE846 Gen 2 True Wireless Bundle, 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 Gen 2 True Wireless Bundle
HearWiki score
83
-
Sound
9.0
-
Value
6.0
-
Price (USD)
$1,500
$1,000

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

These are 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.

  • FX172026
  • SE846 Gen 2 True Wireless BundleYear unknown

Specifications

FX17SE846 Gen 2 True Wireless Bundle
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$1,500
$1,000
HearWiki score
83
Not scored
Released
2026
-
Availability
Sold new
Availability unknown
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
Sound signature
-
neutral
Impedance
16 Ω
-
Sensitivity
99 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
-
5.0
Codecs
-
SBC, AAC
Battery incl. case
-
32 h
Active noise cancelling
No
-
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Controls
-
both
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
12.2 g
-
Water resistance
-
none
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
-
Yes
Connector
4.4 mm balanced
3.5 mm
Model code
-
SE846G2CL-RMCE-TW2-SB
Call noise reduction
-
Yes

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 Gen 2 True Wireless Bundle

This bundle pairs the wired SE846 Gen 2 earphones, which use four high-definition drivers for a neutral sound, with a Bluetooth adapter for wireless listening. It provides a customizable frequency response through swappable nozzles and a total battery life of up to 32 hours with the charging case. The kit also supports a detachable 3.5mm cable for wired use and offers app-based EQ adjustments.

  • Pro:Four-driver hybrid design delivers detailed, neutral sound
  • Pro:Interchangeable nozzles let you tweak the frequency response
  • Pro:Versatile both wired (3.5mm) and wireless (Bluetooth 5.0) use
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or water resistance
  • Con:Only SBC and AAC codecs, lacking aptX despite Qualcomm support
  • Con:High price point for the bundle

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