Alexandria Fragrances 1981X vs Nusuk Ateeq

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Xerjoff Naxos.

At a glance

Alexandria Fragrances 1981X costs £39 and Nusuk Ateeq costs £29.99, so Nusuk Ateeq is £9.01 cheaper. They share 3 notes out of 16 distinct notes listed across both (19%). Alexandria Fragrances 1981X is EDP and listed as unisex, while Nusuk Ateeq is Extrait and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Xerjoff Naxos.

Nusuk Ateeq

A boozy honeyed oriental in the amber gourmand lane, built as an accessible alternative to Xerjoff Naxos.

Alexandria Fragrances 1981X, dupe of Xerjoff NaxosNusuk Ateeq, dupe of Xerjoff Naxos

Comparison

Alexandria Fragrances 1981XNusuk Ateeq
Overall rating8.3/10 · 1 review8.6/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.5/108.5/10
Projection7.5/108.0/10
Scent accuracy9.0/108.5/10
Value for money8.0/109.5/10
Price£39£29.99
ConcentrationEDPExtrait
GenderUnisexMasculine
Inspired byXerjoff NaxosXerjoff Naxos

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Alexandria Fragrances 1981X

Top Notes

  • Lavender
  • Bergamot
  • Lemon

Heart Notes

  • Honey
  • Cinnamon
  • Cashmeran
  • Jasmine Sambac

Base Notes

  • Tobacco Leaf
  • Tonka Bean
  • Vanilla

Nusuk Ateeq

Top Notes

  • Honey
  • Cinnamon
  • Bergamot

Heart Notes

  • Tobacco
  • Cedarwood
  • Saffron

Base Notes

  • Vanilla Orchid
  • Amber
  • Musk

Shared Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Honey
  • Cinnamon

3 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Alexandria Fragrances 1981X lists Lavender, Lemon, Cashmeran, Jasmine Sambac, Tobacco Leaf, Tonka Bean and Vanilla that Nusuk Ateeq does not.

Nusuk Ateeq lists Tobacco, Cedarwood, Saffron, Vanilla Orchid, Amber and Musk that Alexandria Fragrances 1981X does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Alexandria Fragrances 1981X

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Musky
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Tobacco
  • Herbal
  • Aromatic
  • Lavender
  • Honey
  • Cinnamon
  • Resinous

Nusuk Ateeq

  • Amber
  • Vanilla
  • Tobacco
  • Honey
  • Cinnamon

Both share Vanilla, Tobacco, Honey and Cinnamon. Alexandria Fragrances 1981X also lists Sweet, Woody, Fresh, Musky, Floral, Citrus, Gourmand, Herbal, Aromatic, Lavender and Resinous. Nusuk Ateeq also lists Amber.

Vibes

Alexandria Fragrances 1981X

  • Fresh
  • Sweet
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Classic
  • Gourmand
  • Luxurious

Nusuk Ateeq

  • Sweet
  • Warm
  • Masculine
  • Gourmand
  • Oriental
  • Confident

Both share Sweet, Warm and Gourmand. Alexandria Fragrances 1981X also lists Fresh, Modern, Classic and Luxurious. Nusuk Ateeq also lists Masculine, Oriental and Confident.

Occasions

Alexandria Fragrances 1981X

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Social
  • Daytime
  • Intimate

Nusuk Ateeq

  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Special occasion
  • Cold weather

Alexandria Fragrances 1981X lists Signature, Evening, Social, Daytime and Intimate. Nusuk Ateeq lists Autumn, Winter, Special occasion and Cold weather.

Performance

Alexandria Fragrances 1981X

  • Versatile
  • Strong longevity
  • Subtle

Nusuk Ateeq

  • Skin scent
  • Linear

Alexandria Fragrances 1981X lists Versatile, Strong longevity and Subtle. Nusuk Ateeq lists Skin scent and Linear.

Style lane

Alexandria Fragrances 1981X

  • Fresh citrus

Nusuk Ateeq

  • Amber oriental

Alexandria Fragrances 1981X lists Fresh citrus. Nusuk Ateeq lists Amber oriental.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Nusuk Ateeq (8.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Alexandria Fragrances 1981X (9.0/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Nusuk Ateeq (9.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Nusuk Ateeq (£29.99)

Alexandria Fragrances 1981X leads on scent accuracy, while Nusuk Ateeq leads on projection, value for money and lower price. They are level on longevity.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Alexandria Fragrances 1981X has 1 community review and Nusuk Ateeq has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Alexandria Fragrances 1981X or Nusuk Ateeq?

Alexandria Fragrances 1981X costs £39 and Nusuk Ateeq costs £29.99, so Nusuk Ateeq is £9.01 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Alexandria Fragrances 1981X or Nusuk Ateeq?

Atlas ratings give Alexandria Fragrances 1981X 8.5 out of 10 for longevity and Nusuk Ateeq 8.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which projects more, Alexandria Fragrances 1981X or Nusuk Ateeq?

Atlas ratings give Alexandria Fragrances 1981X 7.5 out of 10 for projection and Nusuk Ateeq 8.0 out of 10, so Nusuk Ateeq rates higher.

Which is closer to Xerjoff Naxos, Alexandria Fragrances 1981X or Nusuk Ateeq?

Atlas ratings give Alexandria Fragrances 1981X 9.0 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Nusuk Ateeq 8.5 out of 10, so Alexandria Fragrances 1981X rates higher.

Which is better value, Alexandria Fragrances 1981X or Nusuk Ateeq?

Atlas ratings give Alexandria Fragrances 1981X 8.0 out of 10 for value for money and Nusuk Ateeq 9.5 out of 10, so Nusuk Ateeq rates higher.

What notes do Alexandria Fragrances 1981X and Nusuk Ateeq share?

They share 3 notes: Bergamot, Honey and Cinnamon.

Which occasions suit Alexandria Fragrances 1981X and Nusuk Ateeq?

Alexandria Fragrances 1981X is tagged for Signature, Evening, Social, Daytime and Intimate. Nusuk Ateeq is tagged for Autumn, Winter, Special occasion and Cold weather.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

Compare with the original

  • Xerjoff Naxos vs Alexandria Fragrances 1981X
  • Xerjoff Naxos vs Nusuk Ateeq

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