HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Y Eau de Parfum vs Opium
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Y Eau de Parfum leans fresher and more warm-weather-friendly, while Opium leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
80/100
Longevity
86/100
76/100
Sillage
84/100
60%
Day Wear
20%
40%
Night Wear
80%
35%
Spring
10%
25%
Summer
5%
25%
Autumn
40%
15%
Winter
45%
118
Value (lower price wins)
143
Y Eau de Parfum
Top
Apple, Ginger, Bergamot
Heart
Sage, Juniper Berries, Geranium
Base
Amberwood, Tonka Bean, Cedar, Vetiver
Opium
Top
Clove, Pepper, Bay Leaf, Mandarin
Heart
Carnation, Myrrh, Cinnamon, Jasmine
Base
Labdanum, Benzoin, Patchouli, Vanilla
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Y Eau de Parfum or Opium better?
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Y Eau de Parfum leans fresher and more warm-weather-friendly, while Opium leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
Which lasts longer, Y Eau de Parfum or Opium?
Opium lasts longer. Y Eau de Parfum is rated long lasting (8h - 10h) while Opium is rated long lasting (8h - 10h).
Do Y Eau de Parfum and Opium smell similar?
They share no major notes and smell distinctly different. Y Eau de Parfum centres on Apple and Ginger, while Opium centres on Clove and Pepper.
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