KZ Zenith VS TINHIFI C5

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

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KZ Zenith and TINHIFI C5 are in-ear monitors. KZ Zenith costs $60 while TINHIFI C5 costs $50. KZ Zenith is $10 more expensive. KZ Zenith holds a clear 0.7-point edge in reviewer scores (6.8 vs 6.1).

Insights

Metric KZ Zenith TINHIFI C5
Mids 6 6.1
Treble 5 6.1
Soundstage 5 6.1
Dynamics 5 6.1
Tonality 6.9 6.5
Technicalities 6 5.5
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KZ Zenith Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jaytiss
Kois Archive Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

6.8

Cautiously Favorable

TINHIFI C5 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jays Audio
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

6.1

Mixed to Positive

Reviews Comparison

KZ Zenith reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 7 * score rescaled + normalized
5 community members have rated the KZ Zenith at an average of 4.4/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

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TINHIFI C5 reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 7.2 * score rescaled + normalized
7 community members have rated the Tinhifi C5 at an average of 3.9/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Strongly Favorable.

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KZ Zenith (more reviews)

KZ Zenith reviewed by Kois Archive

Kois Archive 7.4 Reviewer Score
S- Tuning
A- Tech
Rating: A- | Value: ⭐⭐⭐ | Comfort: 9 the best from KZ driver quality not the best

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KZ Zenith reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
It's a middie, but a good option.

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

TINHIFI C5 (more reviews)

TINHIFI C5 reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
B- Tech
A harman/df or waner with a better driver, and more vocal emphasis.

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KZ Zenith User Review Score

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KZ Zenith Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.3

Gaming Grade

B

TINHIFI C5 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

5.8

Gaming Grade

B-

KZ Zenith 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

B
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Mids B
It offers engaging mid frequencies with pleasing clarity and layering. Details emerge without becoming harsh.
Treble C+
Treble is decent, offering acceptable extension without harshness. It balances presence with a touch of restraint.
Dynamics C+
Expect solid impact overall, even if finer gradations feel a touch smoothed. Micro-details could still be sharper.
Soundstage C+
You start to perceive distinct rows of players even if the ceiling still feels low. Layering is present but still modest.
Gaming B
Decent spatial awareness for fundamental positioning. Creates satisfying atmosphere in story-driven games while handling basic directional cues.

TINHIFI C5 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

B-
  • Technical ability is serviceable, keeping basic detail intact across simpler tracks. It keeps up with acoustic tracks without much fuss.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical.

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