Fiio FP3 VS Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro

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Fiio FP3 and Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro are in-ear monitors. Fiio FP3 costs $79 while Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro costs $72. Fiio FP3 is $7 more expensive. Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro holds a decisive 2.7-point edge in reviewer scores (3.9 vs 6.5). Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge and Fiio FP3 has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

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Metric Fiio FP3 Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro
Mids 5 5
Treble 5 5
Soundstage 6 5
Dynamics 4 6
Tonality 4.7 5
Technicalities 6.2 5
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Fiio FP3 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Z-Reviews
Gizaudio Axel Kois Archive
Jaytiss

Average Reviewer Score:

3.9

Poor

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Head-Fi.org
Audio Amigo

Average Reviewer Score:

6.5

Cautiously Favorable

Reviews Comparison

Fiio FP3 reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 5.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C+ Tech
Can be a fun specialist

Jaytiss original ranking

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Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Great bass, upper mids are good.

Jaytiss original ranking

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

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Fiio FP3 reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 4.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
B+ Tech
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Fiio FP3 reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 4.4 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
A- Tech
Rating: D | Comfort: 9 planar imaging treble is a little wonky

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Fiio FP3 reviewed by Z-Reviews

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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro (more reviews)

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 7 * score rescaled + normalized
A slightly brighter Hexa, Includes Dongle DAC and hard case. Cool Looks. Slight Vocal Forwardness

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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.6 * score rescaled + normalized
21 community members have rated the Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro at an average of 4.2/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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Fiio FP3 User Review Score

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Fiio FP3 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.7

Gaming Grade

B-

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5

Gaming Grade

C+

Fiio FP3 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C
  • It struggles with balance, producing a lumpy response that rarely sounds coherent. Genre hopping highlights glaring inconsistencies.

Average Technical Grade

B
  • It offers a competent showing, maintaining cohesion on straightforward arrangements. Complex passages start to challenge it, but never derail the show.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble C+
Highs come through with reasonable clarity while staying mostly smooth. Sibilance is mostly controlled.
Dynamics C-
Dynamics are average—competent yet lacking real excitement. It keeps music listenable but uninspiring.
Soundstage B
Lateral spread stretches comfortably while front/back cues start to feel convincing. You can trace front-to-back movement.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.
Mids C+
It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.
Treble C+
The top end is tidy and serviceable, adding air without overdoing it. Extension is decent for casual listening.
Dynamics B
The performance feels robust, with satisfying punch and natural transitions. Nuances are easy to follow.
Soundstage C+
Stage expands beyond the shoulders and finally hints at layers, though vertical cues stay muted. Depth cues begin to emerge.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision.

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