Moondrop Chu VS Moondrop Chu II

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

Moondrop Chu and Moondrop Chu II are 1DD in-ear monitors. Moondrop Chu costs $20 while Moondrop Chu II costs $19. Moondrop Chu is $1 more expensive. Moondrop Chu II holds a clear 0.8-point edge in reviewer scores (5 vs 5.8).

Insights

Metric Moondrop Chu Moondrop Chu II
Bass 4.4 5.8
Mids 5.5 5.8
Treble 5 5.8
Details 4.2 5.8
Soundstage 5 5.8
Imaging 4.3 5.8
Dynamics 3 5.8
Tonality 5.1 6.7
Technicalities 4.9 4.7

Moondrop Chu Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Average Reviewer Score:

5

Mixed to Negative


Moondrop Chu II Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Average Reviewer Score:

5.8

Mixed


Reviews Comparison

Moondrop Chu reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.5 * score rescaled + normalized
18 community members have rated the Moondrop Chu at an average of 4.1/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

URL to full Review

Head-Fi.org original ranking

Moondrop Chu II reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.3 * score rescaled + normalized
11 community members have rated the Moondrop Chu II at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

URL to full Review

Head-Fi.org original ranking

Moondrop Chu (more reviews)

Moondrop Chu reviewed by Crin

Crin 6 Reviewer Score
A+ Tuning
C+ Tech
An extremely well-tuned neutral IEM with a slightly bright and metallic tilt.

Crin original ranking

Crin Youtube Channel

Moondrop Chu reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 5 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
B Tech
Very well tuned and natural Treble uneveness

Tim Tuned original ranking

Tim Tuned Youtube Channel
Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A-

Moondrop Chu reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C+ Tech
Comment: Moondrop's best budget IEM. Neutral bright tuning, decent clarity at this price Technical performance in the absolute sense without price considered, gritty treble

Shuwa-T original ranking

Shuwa-T Website

Bass: C Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Soundstage: C+ Details: B- Imaging: C+

Moondrop Chu reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 4.4 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
B Tech
Rating: D | Comfort: 6 intro to moondrop sound sharp timbre

Kois Archive original ranking

Kois Archive Youtube Channel

Moondrop Chu reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 4 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C- Tech
A bit uninspired at this point, but no less a solid listen.

Precogvision original ranking

Precogvision Youtube Channel
Bass: D Mids: C+ Treble: C- Dynamics: D Details: C- Imaging: C+

Moondrop Chu reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 3.3 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
D Tech
Beaten by Salnotes Zero for my library. Good tuning, medriocre techs, but throwing punches up to 100$. Hard to fault. Cable is bad but workable.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

Bass: D Mids: C- Treble: C- Details: D Imaging: D

Moondrop Chu II (more reviews)

Moondrop Chu II reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 7 * score rescaled + normalized
All metal build, fantastic all rounder. Watch out for Corrosion in humid environments.

Audio Amigo original ranking

Audio Amigo Youtube Channel

Moondrop Chu II reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 5.5 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
C Tech

Moondrop Chu II reviewed by Yifang

Yifang 5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
C Tech

Moondrop Chu II reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 4 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Another harman-ish tuning. Similar to Tanchjim One but not as smooth.

Jays Audio original ranking

Jays Audio Youtube Channel

Moondrop Chu User Review Score

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Moondrop Chu Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

4.9

Gaming Grade

C

Moondrop Chu II 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+

Moondrop Chu Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • Tonality is generally agreeable, though a few bumps remind you of its limits. Certain tracks spotlight its tonal quirks.

Average Technical Grade

C
  • The tuning renders a cramped window into the music, with nuance fading fast. Expect grainy textures to creep in.
Bass C-
The bass remains polite, offering definition without much drive. Dynamics remain gentle even at higher volume.
Mids B-
It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.
Treble C+
Treble feels agreeable overall, bringing sparkle without significant fatigue. You get a polite sense of air.
Dynamics D
Volume shifts feel constrained, so build-ups plateau before releasing. Build-ups plateau before resolving.
Soundstage C+
Decent spatial presentation with noticeable width and a modest step forward in depth perception. There's a mild sense of width to enjoy.
Details C-
You get the outline of textures, though the finer brushstrokes remain faint. Background information is audible but soft.
Imaging C-
Center information lands in the right area but not with laser focus. Separation is adequate for casual listening.
Gaming C
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

Moondrop Chu II Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B+
  • Expect a friendly tonal balance that could use polish but remains inviting. Great for casual listening, less so for purists.

Average Technical Grade

C
  • Even moderate complexity exposes the limited resolution and narrow sense of space. Technical fans will find it lacking.
Gaming C+
Fundamental left/right positioning with limited depth perception. Works for non-competitive gaming but lacks precision.

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