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FiiO FX17 vs Thieaudio Prestige: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the FiiO FX17 vs Thieaudio Prestige, 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
  • Thieaudio Prestige
HearWiki score
83
-
Sound
9.0
-
Value
6.0
-
Price (USD)
$1,500
$1,300

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 4 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 4 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

  • FX1720264 yr newer
  • Prestige2022

Specifications

FX17Prestige
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$1,500
$1,300
HearWiki score
83
Not scored
Released
2026
2022
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
1DD + 4BA + 8EST tribrid
1DD + 4BA + 4EST tribrid
Driver type
tribrid
tribrid
Driver configuration
1DD + 4BA + 8EST
1DD + 4BA + 4EST
Driver size
10 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
13
9
Impedance
16 Ω
-
Sensitivity
99 dB/mW
-
Active noise cancelling
No
-
Weight
12.2 g
-
Detachable cable
Yes
-
Connector
4.4 mm balanced
-

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

Thieaudio Prestige

This is a premium wired in-ear monitor featuring a nine-driver tribrid setup that blends one dynamic, four balanced-armature, and four electrostatic units. It's designed as a professional-grade reference tool for stage performance and studio monitoring, offering a detailed and accurate sound signature without any active noise cancellation.

  • Pro:Detailed and precise sound reproduction from the hybrid driver array
  • Pro:Suitable for critical listening and professional monitoring tasks
  • Pro:High-quality build and premium materials expected at this price point
  • Con:No active noise cancellation, which may limit use in noisy environments
  • Con:Requires a good source and amplifier to fully realize its potential
  • Con:High price tag may not appeal to casual listeners

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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