Aful Performer 5 VS Aful Explorer
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Aful Performer 5 and Aful Explorer use 1DD+4BA and 1DD+2BA driver setups respectively. Aful Performer 5 costs $220 while Aful Explorer costs $120. Aful Performer 5 is $100 more expensive. Aful Explorer holds a clear 0.7-point edge in reviewer scores (6.4 vs 7.1). Aful Explorer has slightly better bass with a 0.4-point edge, Aful Explorer has significantly better treble with a 1-point edge, Aful Explorer has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge, Aful Explorer has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge, Aful Explorer has better details with a 0.7-point edge and Aful Explorer has significantly better imaging with a 1.2-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Aful Performer 5 | Aful Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 6.1 | 6.5 |
| Mids | 6.4 | 6.2 |
| Treble | 5.8 | 6.8 |
| Details | 5.8 | 6.5 |
| Soundstage | 6.5 | 7 |
| Imaging | 5.3 | 6.5 |
| Dynamics | 6 | 7 |
| Tonality | 6.4 | 7 |
| Technicalities | 6.1 | 6.6 |
Aful Performer 5 Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
6.4Mixed to Positive
Aful Explorer Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
7.1Generally Favorable
Reviews Comparison
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Super* Review
8*
* score normalized
Aful Explorer reviewed by Super* Review
8*
* score normalized
Super* Review original ranking
Super* Review Youtube Channel
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Jaytiss
7.3
Reviewer Score
Aful Explorer reviewed by Jaytiss
7.6
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Gizaudio Axel
6.5
Reviewer Score
Aful Explorer reviewed by Gizaudio Axel
6.5
Reviewer Score
Gizaudio Axel original ranking
Gizaudio Axel Youtube ChannelAful Performer 5 reviewed by Shuwa-T
6.4
Reviewer Score
Aful Explorer reviewed by Shuwa-T
6.4
Reviewer Score
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Jays Audio
6
Reviewer Score
Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Aful Explorer reviewed by Jays Audio
6
Reviewer Score
Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Aful Performer 5 (more reviews)
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Tim Tuned
6.5
Reviewer Score
Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by
Fresh Reviews
5.5*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Nymz
5.2
Reviewer Score
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Precogvision
5.1
Reviewer Score
Precogvision Youtube Channel
Aful Explorer (more reviews)
Aful Explorer reviewed by Z-Reviews
8.5
* score normalized
Aful Explorer reviewed by Audionotions
7
Reviewer Score
Aful Explorer reviewed by Smirk Audio
6.8
Reviewer Score
Aful Performer 5 Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA
Tuning Type: V-Shaped
Brand: AFUL Top AFUL IEMs
Price (Msrp): $220
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Aful Explorer Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+2BA
Tuning Type: bass-boosted neutral
Brand: AFUL Top AFUL IEMs
Price (Msrp): $120
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Aful Performer 5 User Review Score
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Aful Performer 5 Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
6.2Gaming Grade
BAful Explorer Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
6.7Gaming Grade
B+Aful Performer 5 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B- Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.
Average Technical Grade
B- Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Aful Explorer Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A-- Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.
Average Technical Grade
B+- Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
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