Aful Performer 5 VS Truthear Nova
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Aful Performer 5 and Truthear Nova are 1DD+4BA in-ear monitors. Aful Performer 5 costs $220 while Truthear Nova costs $150. Aful Performer 5 is $70 more expensive. Truthear Nova holds a slight 0.4-point edge in reviewer scores (6.4 vs 6.8). Truthear Nova has better bass with a 0.9-point edge, Truthear Nova has slightly better mids with a 0.4-point edge, Truthear Nova has better treble with a 0.8-point edge, Truthear Nova has better dynamics with a 0.8-point edge, Truthear Nova has better soundstage with a 0.5-point edge, Truthear Nova has significantly better details with a 1.4-point edge and Truthear Nova has significantly better imaging with a 1.7-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Aful Performer 5 | Truthear Nova |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 6.1 | 7 |
| Mids | 6.4 | 6.8 |
| Treble | 5.8 | 6.6 |
| Details | 5.8 | 7.3 |
| Soundstage | 6.5 | 7 |
| Imaging | 5.3 | 7 |
| Dynamics | 6 | 6.8 |
| Tonality | 6.4 | 6.7 |
| Technicalities | 6.2 | 6.8 |
Aful Performer 5 Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
6.4Mixed to Positive
Truthear Nova Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
6.8Cautiously Favorable
Reviews Comparison
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Super* Review
8*
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Truthear Nova reviewed by Super* Review
6*
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Super* Review original ranking
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Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Jaytiss
7.3
Reviewer Score
Truthear Nova reviewed by Jaytiss
7.3
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Yifang
6.5
Reviewer Score
Truthear Nova reviewed by Yifang
6.5
Reviewer Score
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Tim Tuned
6.5
Reviewer Score
Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Truthear Nova reviewed by Tim Tuned
6.5
Reviewer Score
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Gizaudio Axel
6.5
Reviewer Score
Truthear Nova 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
Truthear Nova reviewed by Shuwa-T
6.8
Reviewer Score
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Jays Audio
6
Reviewer Score
Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Truthear Nova reviewed by Jays Audio
7
Reviewer Score
Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by
Fresh Reviews
5.5*
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Score
Truthear Nova reviewed by
Fresh Reviews
5.5*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming
Score
Aful Performer 5 (more reviews)
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Nymz
5.2
Reviewer Score
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Precogvision
5.1
Reviewer Score
Precogvision Youtube Channel
Truthear Nova (more reviews)
Truthear Nova reviewed by Smirk Audio
6.9
Reviewer Score
Truthear Nova reviewed by Head-Fi.org
7.5
* score rescaled + normalized
Aful Performer 5 Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA
Tuning Type: V-Shaped
Brand: AFUL Top AFUL IEMs
Price (Msrp): $220
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Truthear Nova Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA
Tuning Type: U-Shaped
Brand: TRUTHEAR Top TRUTHEAR IEMs
Price (Msrp): $150
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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
6.3Gaming Grade
BTruthear Nova Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
6.8Gaming Grade
B+Aful Performer 5 Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B- Tonality is generally agreeable, though a few bumps remind you of its limits. Certain tracks spotlight its tonal quirks.
Average Technical Grade
B- The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.
Truthear Nova Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
B+- It sounds pleasant overall, with some uneven spots that hint at room for refinement. Vocals remain pleasant despite the imperfections.
Average Technical Grade
B+- Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
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