Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro VS GS Audio GD3A

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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro and GS Audio GD3A use 2DD BA and 1DD+2BA driver setups respectively. Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro costs $72 while GS Audio GD3A costs $86. GS Audio GD3A is $14 more expensive. GS Audio GD3A holds a slight 0.4-point edge in reviewer scores (6.5 vs 7). GS Audio GD3A has significantly better mids with a 1.6-point edge, GS Audio GD3A has significantly better treble with a 1.3-point edge, GS Audio GD3A has better dynamics with a 0.5-point edge and GS Audio GD3A has significantly better soundstage with a 1.2-point edge.

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Metric Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro GS Audio GD3A
Bass 6.5 6.8
Mids 5 6.6
Treble 5 6.3
Details 6.5 6.4
Soundstage 5 6.2
Imaging 6.5 6.3
Dynamics 6 6.5
Tonality 5 7
Technicalities 5 6.4
Take these comparisons with a grain of salt—we don't have enough Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro and GS Audio GD3A reviews saved yet to provide an unbiased result.

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

GS Audio GD3A Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Web Search
Super* Review Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

7

Cautiously Favorable

Reviews Comparison

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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Head-Fi.org original ranking

GS Audio GD3A reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 7.2 * score rescaled + normalized
2 community members have rated the GS Audio GD3A at an average of 4.5/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Outstanding.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

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 Jaytiss

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

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

GS Audio GD3A (more reviews)

GS Audio GD3A reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 7* * score rescaled + normalized
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GS Audio GD3A reviewed by Web Search

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Web Search 6.7 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B Tech

The GS Audio GD3A is a budget hybrid with a 1DD+2BA configuration that is reported to be easy to drive from modest sources, keeping entry barriers low for new listeners. Street pricing has historically hovered around $86–$90 via AliExpress listings shared in community threads, positioning it firmly in the sub-$100 bracket.

Tonally, the GD3A skews neutral with a sub-bass lift: community impressions describe bass that “digs very deep” and provides a supportive foundation without obvious bloat, while mids remain clear and the treble avoids harshness. Reviewers also highlight natural timbre and an overall non-fatiguing presentation for long sessions.

On the technical side, users note clean, textured bass and solid clarity for the price, though stage size and micro-detail are only average by enthusiast standards. Discussions referencing measurements also point to limited upper-treble “air” (roll-off near ~10 kHz), which slightly curbs shimmer but helps keep brightness in check. Given its asking price, the GD3A offers competitive resolution and imaging—just don’t expect it to match mid-fi hybrids several tiers up.

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

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro User Review Score

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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+

GS Audio GD3A Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.6

Gaming Grade

B+

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.

GS Audio GD3A Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • The tonal character feels settled and versatile, with just a few gentle bumps. You can listen for hours without fatigue.

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+
Expect a solid thump that keeps the rhythm engaging yet controlled. Sub-bass presence is supportive, not overwhelming.
Mids B+
Expect a confident midrange that keeps details audible without harshness. Acoustic arrangements sound engaging.
Treble B
The top end is engaging and airy, yet never overbearing. Brass and strings feel energetic.
Dynamics B+
Expect energetic dynamics that bring music to life without harshness. It injects enthusiasm into fast music.
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
You hear inner textures easily, even when the arrangement piles on layers. You can hear subtle studio effects.
Imaging B
Instrument boundaries feel well carved, avoiding smear or drift. Instrument outlines feel well-defined.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance.

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