Truthear Nova VS Noble Fokus REX5 TWS

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Truthear Nova and Noble Fokus REX5 TWS use 1DD+4BA and 1DD+3BA+1Planar driver setups respectively. Truthear Nova costs $150 while Noble Fokus REX5 TWS costs $449. Noble Fokus REX5 TWS is $299 more expensive. Noble Fokus REX5 TWS holds a clear 0.8-point edge in reviewer scores (6.8 vs 7.6).

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Metric Truthear Nova Noble Fokus REX5 TWS
Bass 7 7.6
Mids 6.8 7.6
Treble 6.6 7.6
Details 7.3 7.6
Soundstage 7 7.6
Imaging 7 7.6
Dynamics 6.8 7.6
Tonality 6.7 7.5
Technicalities 6.8 7.8
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Truthear Nova Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Fresh Reviews
Smirk Audio Shuwa-T Yifang Tim Tuned Gizaudio Axel Super* Review
Jaytiss Jays Audio Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

6.8

Cautiously Favorable


Noble Fokus REX5 TWS Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Z-Reviews Web Search

Average Reviewer Score:

7.6

Strongly Favorable


Reviews Comparison

Truthear Nova (more reviews)

Truthear Nova reviewed by Jaytiss

Jaytiss 7.3 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
C+ Tech
Nice set, great bass. Too much upper mids.

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Mids: B Treble: C+ Dynamics: A- Soundstage: A-
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Truthear Nova reviewed by Jays Audio

Jays Audio 7 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech
NEED FOAM TIPS makes the treble smooth and clear. Very clean harman sound with smooth but well extended treble/one of the best treble under $200, no roll-off. The pinnacle of trying not to offend anyone, but light bass/low-end; another harman.

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Truthear Nova reviewed by Smirk Audio

Smirk Audio 6.9 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B+ Tech
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Bass: A- Mids: A- Treble: A- Dynamics: B+ Details: A- Imaging: A-

Truthear Nova reviewed by Shuwa-T

Shuwa-T 6.8 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A- Tech
Overall clean sounding, works well with quicker pop genres (Jpop/Kpop) Male vocals recessed, does not work well with the other half of Jpop/Kpop. Lower midrange suffers from thinner note weight (tuning)

Shuwa-T original ranking

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

Truthear Nova reviewed by Yifang

Yifang 6.5 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B+ Tech

Truthear Nova reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A+ Tech
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Bass: A- Mids: A+ Treble: A+

Truthear Nova reviewed by Gizaudio Axel

Gizaudio Axel 6.5 Reviewer Score
A- Tuning
B+ Tech
A solid reference. Harman-style sound signature with solid sub-bass, clean forward vocals, smooth treble extension, and great detail. Could use more bass, vocals can feel lean and a bit intense at times.

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Truthear Nova reviewed by Super* Review

Super* Review 6* * score rescaled + normalized
A little bit thin and shrill sounding. Hexa costs half as much and it's the better IEM.

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Truthear Nova reviewed by Fresh Reviews

Fresh Reviews 5.5* * The score of this reviewer influences only the Gaming Score

Truthear Nova reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 7.5 * score rescaled + normalized
12 community members have rated the TruthEar Nova at an average of 4.0/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Very Positive.

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Head-Fi.org original ranking

Noble Fokus REX5 TWS (more reviews)

Noble Fokus REX5 TWS reviewed by Z-Reviews

2025-08-09
Z-Reviews 7.5 * score rescaled + normalized
Youtube Video Summary

Noble’s Fokus REX5 hits like a wired IEM that forgot the wire: a 10 mm dynamic + 6 mm planar + 3x BA cocktail feeding a wide, surprisingly open presentation. The companion app is actually useful: fully remappable taps (single/double/triple) and a 10-band EQ plus a smarter “EQ curve” slider that lets bass/treble be nudged without wrecking the balance. The Personal EQ hearing test meaningfully tightens mids and evens channels, and the tuning handles extra bass like it was built for it—no mush, no choking. ANC is effective (not Apple-tier), Ambient Mode is natural, and LE Audio on adds heft to the low end even if the phone menu doesn’t flaunt LDAC/aptX. In short: the most capable TWS here—club-level thump on command, but still delicate when tracks go whisper-quiet.

Ergonomics are a mixed bag. The shells look classy and “very Noble,” but those short, massive nozzles and fat charging contacts make tip rolling fussy, and the case is light yet not especially pocket-friendly with extraction a bit slippery. Controls are solid (only the 2-second hold is fixed for ANC/Ambient/Normal), pairing can be finicky after lots of connect/disconnect play, and battery is a claimed 5–7 hours. At $449, this feels like a $300 wired IEM smuggled into a TWS shell—pricey, yes, but the DSP headroom and driver stack let EQ changes feel “meant to be.” If the budget stretches and true wireless is the goal, this is Noble’s best work in the category: big sound, real features, and only a few quirks to forgive.


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Noble Fokus REX5 TWS reviewed by Web Search

2025-08-09
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Web Search 7.6 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A Tech

The Noble FoKus Rex5 delivers a detailed and resolving sound signature, leveraging its uncommon five-driver tribrid configuration (10mm dynamic driver for lows, three BAs for mids, and a 6mm planar for highs) to achieve strong separation and a wide soundstage. While the default tuning leans toward clarity with a restrained low end, the exceptional EQ flexibility via the Noble FoKus app—including Audiodo's personalized hearing profile—allows users to effectively tailor the bass response and overall balance without significant degradation in quality .

Practical performance is mixed: The compact aluminum build and comfortable fit excel, but battery life is underwhelming at 5 hours (ANC on) or 7 hours (ANC off), falling short of many competitors. Features like multipoint connectivity, LDAC support, and effective ANC are highlights, though touch controls can be overly sensitive during handling, and the app's battery monitoring below 20% is reportedly unreliable .


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Truthear Nova Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

6.8

Gaming Grade

B+

Noble Fokus REX5 TWS Gaming Score

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Gaming Score

7.5

Gaming Grade

A

Truthear Nova 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.
Bass A-
Expect a commanding bass response that reaches deep without clouding the mix. There's both slam and nuance in equal measure.
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+
Dynamic expression is good, delivering solid impact and convincing contrast. Percussion lands with convincing weight.
Soundstage A-
Immersion steps up dramatically as width, depth, and height integrate into a cohesive hologram. Everything sounds naturally spaced.
Details A-
Textural subtleties glow, giving each recording a beautifully illuminated character. It exposes mix decisions with precision.
Imaging A-
Depth mapping feels natural and accurate, supporting convincing immersion. Depth mapping feels precise and natural.
Gaming B+
Respectable environmental presentation favors atmosphere over precision. Detects obvious directional cues while conveying game world ambiance.

Noble Fokus REX5 TWS Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A
  • You get a polished tonal profile that stays natural from bass through treble. Subtle tuning choices keep things engaging.

Average Technical Grade

A
  • The balance of resolution and space feels assured, keeping complex passages coherent. Layering is convincing on most studio mixes.
Gaming A
Clear spatial presentation handles directional cues effectively. Distinguishes key gameplay sounds while maintaining decent immersion. Value-to-cost may not be optimal for gaming-focused users.

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