Yanyin x HBB Mahina VS SIMGOT EG280

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Yanyin x HBB Mahina and SIMGOT EG280 use 1DD+4BA+2EST and 1DD+1Planar driver setups respectively. Yanyin x HBB Mahina costs $650 while SIMGOT EG280 costs $79. Yanyin x HBB Mahina is $571 more expensive. SIMGOT EG280 holds a clear 0.6-point edge in reviewer scores (6.1 vs 6.7). Yanyin x HBB Mahina has better mids with a 0.6-point edge, SIMGOT EG280 has significantly better details with a 1.4-point edge and SIMGOT EG280 has significantly better imaging with a 1.4-point edge.

Insights

Metric Yanyin x HBB Mahina SIMGOT EG280
Bass 6.5 6.6
Mids 7 6.4
Treble 6.5 6.5
Details 5 6.4
Soundstage 6.1 6.9
Imaging 6 7.4
Dynamics 6.1 6.2
Tonality 6.1 7.2
Technicalities 6.6 7.5

Yanyin x HBB Mahina Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Nymz
Tim Tuned Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

6.1

Mixed to Positive


SIMGOT EG280 Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Jays Audio IEMRanking AI

Average Reviewer Score:

6.7

Cautiously Favorable


Reviews Comparison

Yanyin x HBB Mahina (more reviews)

Yanyin x HBB Mahina reviewed by Tim Tuned

Tim Tuned 6.5 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A+ Tech
A more balanced Moonlight with better bass a bit safe treble wise

Tim Tuned original ranking

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Bass: A+ Mids: A+ Treble: A-

Yanyin x HBB Mahina reviewed by Crin

Crin 6 Reviewer Score
B Tuning
B Tech

Yanyin x HBB Mahina reviewed by Nymz

Nymz 5.7 Reviewer Score
B- Tuning
B- Tech
Terriffic warm tuning only sinning by the lack of better bass dynamics. Treble is relaxed but "flat" with terrific extension. Works wonders for poorly recorded tracks.

Nymz original ranking

Nymz Website

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

SIMGOT EG280 (more reviews)

SIMGOT EG280 reviewed by Jays Audio

2025-09-24
Jays Audio 6.5 Reviewer Score
A Tuning
A- Tech
All-rounder with pinpoint imaging and slight uppermids/vocal emphasis. Basically a more technical EW300 with better vocal clarity and extension. Solid for gaming like EM6L, and would be my pick since it's more natural/less bright vs EM6L.

Jays Audio original ranking

Jays Audio Youtube Channel

SIMGOT EG280 reviewed by IEMRanking AI

2025-09-24
IEMRanking AI 6.8 Reviewer Score
B+ Tuning
A Tech

The SIMGOT EG280 is a budget-class, hybrid gaming IEM that pairs a 10 mm dynamic driver with a 6 mm planar unit per side (rated at 32 Ω, 119 dB/Vrms), a configuration positioned to blend bass weight with fast mid/treble transients. Packaging is unusually comprehensive at this price: a long ~1.7 m 2-pin cable with inline mic plus a bundled USB-C DAC that works with the SIMGOT Control app for preset EQ and game profiles, making it plug-and-play across phones and laptops. Street pricing has launched around ¥299 / ~$42–45, putting it squarely in value territory for an entry gaming set. .

On tonality and performance, the EG280 is pitched for positional accuracy and clarity—marketing materials emphasize “seamless frequency transition” and game-oriented EQ options—so expectations should lean toward a mildly U-shaped balance with clean mids and crisp upper registers rather than basshead emphasis. Early community impressions and graphs likewise frame it as a clear, energetic listen with solid imaging for competitive titles, while the included DAC/app path offers useful tailoring if treble sheen or bass quantity needs trimming for long sessions. At the price, technicalities (detail retrieval, imaging precision) are respectable; staging depth and macrodynamics are more modest, which is typical in this cost bracket. .


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

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Yanyin x HBB Mahina 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-

SIMGOT EG280 Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

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

Gaming Score

7.4

Gaming Grade

A-

Yanyin x HBB Mahina Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

B
  • Generally enjoyable tonal character with some noticeable unevenness. Maintains listenability while showing room for refinement in frequency balance.

Average Technical Grade

B+
  • Satisfactory technical performance. Handles basic detail retrieval adequately in most tracks. Maintains reasonable cohesion in simpler arrangements.
Bass B+
Good bass foundation with decent impact. Maintains acceptable control while providing satisfying thump in most tracks.
Mids A-
Excellent midrange with natural timbre and great detail retrieval. Vocals are forward and emotive with lifelike instrument reproduction.
Treble B+
Good treble response - clear and detailed without fatigue. Well-extended with proper air and sparkle.
Details C+
Decent detail retrieval. Handles most textures adequately though micro-details and ambient cues could be more pronounced.
Imaging B
Good imaging with precise instrument placement. Clear localization within the soundstage including front/back positioning.
Gaming B-
Moderate spatial presentation conveys general directionality. Suitable for casual play where precision isn't critical. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

SIMGOT EG280 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

A-
  • Pleasing tonal balance with good technical control. Minor quirks present but not distracting. Demonstrates decent genre versatility.

Average Technical Grade

A
  • Competent technical presentation. Handles separation and detail well in most tracks, with modest soundstage and acceptable imaging capabilities.
Bass B+
Good bass foundation with decent impact. Maintains acceptable control while providing satisfying thump in most tracks.
Mids B
Good midrange presence with solid clarity. Vocals are clear and instruments have reasonable texture and body.
Treble B+
Good treble response - clear and detailed without fatigue. Well-extended with proper air and sparkle.
Dynamics B
Good dynamic expression with solid impact. Handles volume contrasts well while maintaining good transient snap.
Soundstage B+
Good soundstage with proper width and depth. Instruments have clear positioning with reasonable front/back placement.
Details B
Good resolution with clear articulation of nuances. Reveals recording nuances and maintains clarity in complex passages.
Imaging A-
Excellent imaging: precise and stable placement. Instruments occupy specific points in space with tangible positions.
Gaming A-
Good fundamental spatial awareness for most gaming scenarios. Handles basic positioning well but may lack nuance in complex situations.

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