Aful Performer 5 VS ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Aful Performer 5 and ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia use 1DD+4BA and 2DD BA driver setups respectively. Aful Performer 5 costs $220 while ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia costs $200. Aful Performer 5 is $20 more expensive. ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia holds a slight 0.4-point edge in reviewer scores (6.4 vs 6.7). ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia has better bass with a 0.9-point edge, Aful Performer 5 has better treble with a 0.8-point edge, Aful Performer 5 has significantly better dynamics with a 1-point edge and Aful Performer 5 has significantly better soundstage with a 1.5-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Aful Performer 5 | ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 6.1 | 7 |
| Mids | 6.4 | 6.5 |
| Treble | 5.8 | 5 |
| Details | 5.8 | 6.7 |
| Soundstage | 6.5 | 5 |
| Imaging | 5.3 | 6.7 |
| Dynamics | 6 | 5 |
| Tonality | 6.4 | 6.8 |
| Technicalities | 6.1 | 5.7 |
Aful Performer 5 Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
6.4Mixed to Positive
ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
6.7Cautiously Favorable
Reviews Comparison
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Jaytiss
7.3
Reviewer Score
ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia reviewed by Jaytiss
5.3
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Jays Audio
6
Reviewer Score
Jays Audio Youtube Channel
ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia reviewed by Jays Audio
7
Reviewer Score
Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by
Fresh Reviews
5.5*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia reviewed by
Fresh Reviews
5.5*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
Ziigaat’s 2024 lineup lands three distinct flavors: the R (1DD+4BA), Arcadia (1DD+2BA), and Odyssey (1DD+3BA)—all sharing the same case, tips, and cable, but with very different tunings and striking faceplates. Pricing lives in the approachable range (roughly $200–$250), and the shells are well-built 3D-printed resin. The Odyssey’s nozzle appears slightly wider than the R’s, and its cloudy pink/silver faceplate looks clean and premium without the flashiness of Arcadia’s green/yellow sparkle.
For competitive play, title-by-title differences matter. In Valorant, Arcadia’s extra warmth and bass impact feel immersive but a touch boomy/bloomy under heavy ability spam—solid, around a B. The R and Odyssey perform on par with high marks; the R’s 1–3 kHz lift sharpens clarity and verticality, while Odyssey is more neutral and less bright. In Apex Legends, Arcadia struggles as bass bloom masks micro-cues (B–/C+). Odyssey delivers great separation/layering with slightly softer overhead cues (B+/B), and handles gunfire more comfortably than the R. In CS2, Odyssey takes the lead for its imaging, depth perception, and non-fatiguing balance; in Warzone, the order shifts to R > Arcadia > Odyssey, with Arcadia’s warmth helping vertical reads and impact.
As a music set, the Odyssey is a standout: potent, tight bass with clean transients, balanced mids that aren’t smothered, and a clean, non-sibilant treble that avoids fatigue while letting micro-detail through. It lands as a favorite in its price bracket—an easy recommendation for listeners who want a neutral-leaning all-rounder that still punches hard, splits cues well, and won’t scorch ears with gunfire or treble glare.
Fresh Reviews original ranking
Fresh Reviews Youtube ChannelAful Performer 5 (more reviews)
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Super* Review
8*
* score normalized
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Tim Tuned
6.5
Reviewer Score
Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Gizaudio Axel
6.5
Reviewer Score
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Shuwa-T
6.4
Reviewer Score
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Nymz
5.2
Reviewer Score
Aful Performer 5 reviewed by Precogvision
5.1
Reviewer Score
Precogvision Youtube Channel
ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia (more reviews)
ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia reviewed by Bad Guy Good Audio
7.9
Reviewer Score
Bad Guy Good Audio original ranking
Bad Guy Good Audio Youtube Channel
Aful Performer 5 Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD+4BA
Tuning Type: V-Shaped
Brand: AFUL Top AFUL IEMs
Price (Msrp): $220
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ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD BA
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: ZiiGaat Top ZiiGaat IEMs
Price (Msrp): $200
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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
BZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
6Gaming Grade
BAful 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.
ZIIGAAT x HBB Arcadia 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.
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