AR Neon VS Thieaudio Oracle MKIII
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
AR Neon and Thieaudio Oracle MKIII use 10BA and 2DD+2BA+2EST driver setups respectively. AR Neon costs $600 while Thieaudio Oracle MKIII costs $589. AR Neon is $11 more expensive. Thieaudio Oracle MKIII holds a decisive 3.8-point edge in reviewer scores (3.9 vs 7.7). Thieaudio Oracle MKIII has significantly better bass with a 2.5-point edge, Thieaudio Oracle MKIII has significantly better mids with a 3.3-point edge, Thieaudio Oracle MKIII has significantly better treble with a 2.5-point edge, Thieaudio Oracle MKIII has significantly better details with a 3.5-point edge and Thieaudio Oracle MKIII has significantly better imaging with a 3.3-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | AR Neon | Thieaudio Oracle MKIII |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 4 | 6.5 |
| Mids | 4 | 7.3 |
| Treble | 4 | 6.5 |
| Details | 4 | 7.5 |
| Soundstage | 3.9 | 7 |
| Imaging | 4 | 7.3 |
| Dynamics | 3.9 | 6.5 |
| Gaming capabilities | 3.5 | 7.1 |
AR Neon Aggregated Review Score
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Thieaudio Oracle MKIII Aggregated Review Score
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII Average Reviewer Scores
AR Neon Details
Driver Configuration: 10BA
Tuning Type: n/a
Price (Msrp): $600
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Thieaudio Oracle MKIII Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD+2BA+2EST
Tuning Type: Neutral with bass boost
Price (Msrp): $589
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AR Neon User Review Score
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AR Neon Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
3.5Gaming Grade
D+Thieaudio Oracle MKIII Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
7.1Gaming Grade
A-AR Neon Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
C-- Significantly flawed tuning. Noticeable frequency imbalances and unnatural timbre distract from music. Lacks versatility across recordings.
Average Technical Grade
C-- Limited resolution; finer nuances are masked. Soundstage feels narrow, and complex passages cause muddiness. Transitions lack finesse.
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
A-- Pleasing tonal balance with good technical control. Minor quirks present but not distracting. Demonstrates decent genre versatility.
Average Technical Grade
A-- Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
AR Neon Reviews
AR Neon reviewed by: Nymz
3.9
Reviewer Score
V-Shaped and VERY loud. Good bass for a BA - extension and texture with some punch. Mids are lost. Some BA timbre. Lacks stage depth. Doesn't feel that technical for a 10BA, let alone for price.
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII Reviews
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII reviewed by:
Fresh Reviews
6*
* The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score
Stronger in Fortnite and COD vs other titlesFresh Reviews original ranking
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Thieaudio Oracle MKIII reviewed by: Z-Reviews
9
* score normalized
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII reviewed by: Super* Review
8*
* score normalized
A step in the right direction compared to mk2. I like this as much as the mk1. Solid all-rounder, good sense of separation.Super* Review original ranking
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Thieaudio Oracle MKIII reviewed by: Jays Audio
7.5
Reviewer Score
Great bass texture, much better than predecessors, smooth and slightly airy giving it a sizzly timbre, great layering/separation, vocals are slightly laid back but not gone, very balanced across frequencies, monitor like, great all-rounder, and pretty safe - although not very dynamic and "fun". Azla clear tips gives a detail boost. Jays Audio Youtube Channel
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII reviewed by: Precogvision
6.3
Reviewer Score
Pretty detailed but sounds incoherent, particularly in the treble, which also seems exaggerated in a bad way. Precogvision Youtube Channel
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII reviewed by: Jaytiss
8.4
Reviewer Score
It's like a Pilgrim OG with EST. It's kinda cool. Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII reviewed by: Shuwa-T
7.1
Reviewer Score
Midrange has a tinge of warmth, likely from the greater emphasis in lower mids Bass definition and treble remains unrefined as with the Hype 2 and Hype 4
Thieaudio Oracle MKIII reviewed by: IEMRanking AI
2025-07-06
7.6
Reviewer Score
The ThieAudio Oracle MKIII presents a divisive tonal character that splits listener opinions. Its bass response, driven by dual dynamic drivers in an IMPACT2 subwoofer configuration, offers textured sub-bass rumble but some find mid-bass impact lacking resolution and physical slam. The treble performance proves particularly contentious, with Sonion EST drivers delivering exceptional air and extension for some, while others perceive it as unnatural or tinny due to peaks around 6kHz and coherency challenges between driver types.
Technically, the MKIII excels in spacious staging and precise instrument separation, creating a holographic presentation that rivals open-back headphones. The midrange maintains good clarity with natural timbre, though vocal positioning leans spacious rather than intimate. Comfort proves excellent for medium-to-large ears due to its ergonomic resin shells, but the size may challenge those with smaller ear anatomy.
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