Final Audio E500 VS KZ Taurus
IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side
Final Audio E500 and KZ Taurus use 1DD and 2DD driver setups respectively. Final Audio E500 costs $25 while KZ Taurus costs $25. KZ Taurus holds a slight 0.4-point edge in reviewer scores (5.5 vs 5.8). Final Audio E500 has better mids with a 0.7-point edge, KZ Taurus has better treble with a 0.8-point edge and Final Audio E500 has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.
Insights
| Metric | Final Audio E500 | KZ Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | 5.5 | 5.8 |
| Mids | 5.7 | 5 |
| Treble | 5.2 | 6 |
| Details | 5.3 | 5.8 |
| Soundstage | 6 | 5 |
| Imaging | 5.5 | 5.8 |
| Dynamics | 4 | 4 |
| Tonality | 5.6 | 5.4 |
| Technicalities | 4.5 | 6.5 |
Final Audio E500 Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
5.5Mixed to Negative
KZ Taurus Aggregated Review Score
Average Reviewer Scores
Average Reviewer Score:
5.8Mixed
Reviews Comparison
Final Audio E500 reviewed by Jaytiss
4.3
Reviewer Score
Jaytiss Youtube Channel
KZ Taurus reviewed by Jaytiss
2025-08-28
5.8
Reviewer Score
Final Audio E500 (more reviews)
Final Audio E500 reviewed by Super* Review
8*
* score rescaled + normalized
Final Audio E500 reviewed by Smirk Audio
6.8
Reviewer Score
Final Audio E500 reviewed by Crin
5
Reviewer Score
Final Audio E500 reviewed by Audionotions
4.5
Reviewer Score
Final Audio E500 reviewed by Precogvision
4.2
Reviewer Score
Precogvision Youtube Channel
KZ Taurus (more reviews)
KZ Taurus reviewed by Kois Archive
5.2
Reviewer Score
Kois Archive Youtube Channel
KZ Taurus reviewed by Head-Fi.org
6.5
* score rescaled + normalized
Final Audio E500 Details
Driver Configuration: 1DD
Tuning Type: Neutral, Warm
Brand: Final Audio Top Final Audio IEMs
Price (Msrp): $25
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KZ Taurus Details
Driver Configuration: 2DD
Tuning Type: n/a
Brand: KZ Top KZ IEMs
Price (Msrp): $25
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Final Audio E500 User Review Score
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Final Audio E500 Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
- The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.
Gaming Score
4.8Gaming Grade
CKZ Taurus Gaming Score
Gaming Score & Grade
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Gaming Score
6.2Gaming Grade
BFinal Audio E500 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- Even moderate complexity exposes the limited resolution and narrow sense of space. Technical fans will find it lacking.
KZ Taurus Scorings
Average Technical & Tuning Grades
Average Tunign Grade
C+- Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.
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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