Moondrop Jiu VS CCA Phoenix

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

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Moondrop Jiu and CCA Phoenix are in-ear monitors. Moondrop Jiu costs $25 while CCA Phoenix costs $29. CCA Phoenix is $4 more expensive. CCA Phoenix holds a decisive 1-point edge in reviewer scores (5.6 vs 6.6). CCA Phoenix has better bass with a 0.8-point edge, Moondrop Jiu has significantly better mids with a 2.4-point edge and Moondrop Jiu has significantly better treble with a 2.3-point edge.

Insights

Metric Moondrop Jiu CCA Phoenix
Bass 6 6.8
Mids 8 5.6
Treble 8 5.8
Details 5.6 6.8
Soundstage 5.6 6.3
Imaging 5.6 6.2
Dynamics 5.6 5
Tonality 6 5.4
Technicalities 6 6.5
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Moondrop Jiu Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jays Audio
Tim Tuned
Super* Review
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

5.6

Mixed

CCA Phoenix Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss Paul Wasabii

Average Reviewer Score:

6.6

Cautiously Favorable

Reviews Comparison

Moondrop Jiu (more reviews)

Moondrop Jiu reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 6* * score rescaled + normalized
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Moondrop Jiu reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 5.5 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
A- Tech
Expansive stage + Great tuning overall Can use more transient incisiveness, USB-C

Tim Tuned original ranking

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

Moondrop Jiu reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 4 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
C+ Tech
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Jays Audio original ranking

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Moondrop Jiu reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 7 * score rescaled + normalized
4 community members have rated the Moondrop JIU at an average of 3.8/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Strongly Favorable.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

CCA Phoenix (more reviews)

CCA Phoenix reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6.6 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
B Tech
It's a nice easy set, fun and enjoyable.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: B Dynamics: C+ Soundstage: B+
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CCA Phoenix reviewed by Paul Wasabii

Paul Wasabii 6.6 * Score computed by IEMRanking.com
C+ Tuning
B+ Tech
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Strong LCP driver with tight mid bass and clear mids, but upper mids and treble run hot above Harman; best at low volume or with EQ. Excellent value once dialed in. Fast and controlled driver with engaging mid bass, clear mids, and strong extension for the price. Upper mids and treble are too elevated, flattening stage and requiring EQ or low volume to avoid glare.
Youtube Video Summary

CCA Phoenix marks a fresh start under ND Audio with a polished metal shell, normal 2-pin socket, improved accessories, and a budget LCP single dynamic driver. On the graph it rides above the Harman target from the upper mids through treble, which reads bright at higher volume; low-volume listening is more agreeable. The driver quality is the story: fast, controlled, and unusually clean for the price, and with a touch of EQ it shows notably better clarity and composure.

Bass is a tilted profile with less sub-bass and a modest mid-bass lift, giving a tight, bouncy punch that suits pop, EDM, and hip-hop. The leaner shelf reveals the mids with good separation and minimal bloom, while the treble extends strongly but is too energetic in the 3–7 k region, flattening stage at louder levels. Trim the 3–20 k region by about 2 dB and staging gains dimension and imaging snaps into place. As a sub-30 USD set for tinkerers, Phoenix is a standout driver held back by hot tuning out of the box.

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

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Moondrop Jiu Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6

Gaming Grade

B

CCA Phoenix Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.9

Gaming Grade

B-

Moondrop Jiu 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

B
  • An honest, middle-of-the-road performance preserves structure without chasing micro-detail. It's respectable for everyday listening sessions.
Bass B
Bass foundation is good, adding satisfying punch without losing control. Pop and rock tracks feel lively.
Mids A+
The midrange sounds refined and revealing, balancing clarity with emotional weight. Timbre accuracy rivals studio monitors.
Treble A+
The treble performance feels luxurious, marrying air, control, and excitement. You can place every high-frequency element.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

CCA Phoenix 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

B+
  • It offers a competent showing, maintaining cohesion on straightforward arrangements. Complex passages start to challenge it, but never derail the show.
Bass B+
The bass brings healthy impact, complementing mixes without overpowering them. It keeps up with faster passages cleanly.
Mids B-
It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.
Treble B-
Treble feels agreeable overall, bringing sparkle without significant fatigue. You get a polite sense of air.
Dynamics C+
You get reliable macrodynamics, with micro shifts that remain only adequate. A reliable performer for most tracks.
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.
Details B+
Recordings feel well sorted, with supporting details snapping to attention. Small articulations remain intact.
Imaging B
Instrument boundaries feel well carved, avoiding smear or drift. Instrument outlines feel well-defined.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

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