FiiO F5 VS Apos x Community Rock Lobster

IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side

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FiiO F5 and Apos x Community Rock Lobster are in-ear monitors. FiiO F5 costs $65 while Apos x Community Rock Lobster costs $60. FiiO F5 is $5 more expensive. Apos x Community Rock Lobster holds a decisive 1.8-point edge in reviewer scores (4.5 vs 6.3).

Insights

Metric FiiO F5 Apos x Community Rock Lobster
Mids 4.5 6
Treble 4.5 5
Soundstage 4.5 6.4
Dynamics 4.5 7
Tonality 5.5 6.1
Technicalities 4.5 5
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FiiO F5 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Average Reviewer Score:

4.5

Generally Unfavorable


Apos x Community Rock Lobster Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Average Reviewer Score:

6.3

Mixed to Positive


Reviews Comparison

FiiO F5 (more reviews)

FiiO F5 reviewed by Crin

Crin 4.5 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
C Tech
Typical chifi V-shaped sound, nothing much to report on.

Crin original ranking

Crin Youtube Channel

Apos x Community Rock Lobster (more reviews)

Apos x Community Rock Lobster reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 7.1 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C+ Tech
Has some slight colorizations, but is fun and rich.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: B

Apos x Community Rock Lobster reviewed by Z-Reviews

Z-Reviews 5.5 * score rescaled + normalized

FiiO F5 User Review Score

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FiiO F5 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

4.8

Gaming Grade

C

Apos x Community Rock Lobster Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

5.3

Gaming Grade

C+

FiiO F5 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

C
  • Resolution is limited, masking finer nuances and narrowing the soundstage. Busy mixes still overwhelm it with ease.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

Apos x Community Rock Lobster 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

C+
  • It offers a competent showing, maintaining cohesion on straightforward arrangements. Complex passages start to challenge it, but never derail the show.
Mids B
Expect a confident midrange that keeps details audible without harshness. Acoustic arrangements sound engaging.
Treble C+
Treble is decent, offering acceptable extension without harshness. It balances presence with a touch of restraint.
Dynamics A-
The system snaps into action with precision, highlighting every swell. Recordings feel energetic and alive.
Soundstage B
The presentation supplies a believable venue outline where each instrument owns its pocket of space. The stage opens up nicely for live cuts.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision.

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