{ "$schema": "https://chi-fi.top/api/catalog.schema.json", "version": "1.1.0", "name": "chi-fi", "description": "A curated shortlist of budget gadgets sold on AliExpress: earphones, wireless earbuds, USB DACs, gamepads, retro handhelds, gaming mice and keyboards. Picks come from research, not hands-on testing.", "generatedAt": "2026-10-27T10:38:29.645Z", "homeUrl": "https://chi-fi.top/", "feedUrl": "https://chi-fi.top/api/catalog.json", "categories": [ { "id": "gamepads", "name": "Gamepads", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/gamepads", "description": "Controllers for PC, phones and Nintendo Switch. 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They recharge in their pocket case and pair with phones, tablets and computers.", "specs": [ { "key": "releaseYear", "label": "Release year", "type": "number" }, { "key": "bluetooth", "label": "Bluetooth version", "type": "number" }, { "key": "codecs", "label": "Codecs", "type": "list", "options": [ "SBC", "AAC", "aptX", "aptX Adaptive", "aptX Lossless", "LDAC", "LHDC", "LC3" ] }, { "key": "anc", "label": "Active noise cancellation", "type": "boolean" }, { "key": "multipoint", "label": "Multipoint pairing", "type": "boolean" }, { "key": "earbudBattery", "label": "Battery life, earbuds", "type": "number", "unit": "h", "unitCode": "HUR" }, { "key": "totalBattery", "label": "Battery life, with case", "type": "number", "unit": "h", "unitCode": "HUR" }, { "key": "latency", "label": "Gaming latency", "type": "number", "unit": "ms", "unitCode": "C26" }, { "key": "waterproof", "label": "Water resistance", "type": "text" }, { "key": "wirelessCharging", "label": "Wireless charging", "type": "boolean" }, { "key": "driverTypes", "label": "Driver types", "type": "list", "options": [ "dynamic", "balanced armature", "planar", "piezoelectric", "electrostatic", "bone conduction" ] }, { "key": "weight", "label": "Weight", "type": "number", "unit": "g", "unitCode": "GRM" }, { "key": "colors", "label": "Colors", "type": "list" } ] } ], "products": [ { "id": "kz-castor-bass", "name": "KZ Castor Bass", "brand": "KZ", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 8, "gist": "Wired earphones with extra bass", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/kz-castor-bass", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3ge2IyF", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/kz-castor-bass.CTNeGHh2_1Oave8.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Big, punchy bass for very little money", "Four switches per earpiece change the bass and treble (16 sound settings)", "In the default setting the bass mostly stays out of the vocals' way" ], "cons": [ "With the bass switches up, bass can spill into the mids and muddy voices", "The switches need the included pin tool; fingernails won't do", "Clear plastic shells and cable can yellow over time", "No carry case, and the sound feels fairly closed-in" ], "specs": [ "Two dynamic drivers per side (10 mm for bass, 8 mm for mids and highs)", "Four tuning switches per earpiece, 16 sound settings", "Detachable cable with a 0.75 mm 2-pin connector, 3.5 mm plug", "Clear resin shells" ], "attributes": { "driverCount": 2, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "connector": "0.75 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Resin" } }, { "id": "mchose-ace-60-pro", "name": "MCHOSE Ace 60 Pro", "brand": "MCHOSE", "category": { "id": "keyboards", "name": "Keyboards" }, "price": 60, "gist": "Cheap wired gaming keyboard with magnetic, adjustable keys", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/keyboards/mchose-ace-60-pro", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3wfLjZH", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/mchose-ace-60-pro.Lloyr6j4_1syCgo.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "RTINGS measured outstanding gaming performance, on par with flagship magnetic keyboards from Wooting and Razer", "Rapid Trigger, adjustable actuation, SOCD and DKS for fast, repeated presses in shooters", "Solid for the price, per RTINGS: aluminium plate, pre-lubed switches and stabilizers", "Shine-through keycaps, so the RGB backlight lights up the letters" ], "cons": [ "Wired only, and the small 60% layout has no arrow keys, function row or numpad", "The settings app is web-based only, with no offline version", "One-year warranty", "On AliExpress it comes from a reseller with one switch option (Ice Blue), and the listing also sells the bigger ACE68: pick the \"60pro\" variant" ], "specs": [ "60% layout, ANSI", "Magnetic (Hall effect) switches, hot-swappable", "Adjustable actuation from 0.1 to 3.4 mm", "Rapid Trigger with 0.01 mm precision", "Up to 8,000 Hz polling", "Wired only", "Plastic case with an aluminium plate", "PBT keycaps with shine-through letters", "RGB backlight", "Web-based settings app (actuation, Rapid Trigger, SOCD, DKS, macros, lighting)", "Colors: black or white", "One-year warranty" ], "attributes": { "layout": "60%", "magnetic": true, "rapidTrigger": true, "hotSwap": true, "caseMaterial": "Plastic with aluminium plate", "keycaps": "PBT", "connections": [ "wired" ], "pollingRate": 8000, "colors": [ "Black", "White" ] } }, { "id": "moondrop-space-travel-2-ultra", "name": "Moondrop Space Travel 2 Ultra", "brand": "Moondrop", "category": { "id": "tws", "name": "Wireless earbuds" }, "price": 40, "gist": "Planar magnetic true wireless earbuds with LDAC and AI noise cancellation", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/tws/moondrop-space-travel-2-ultra", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3R2qzIP", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/moondrop-space-travel-2-ultra.qZ0TAWXt_Z1gU5FO.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Custom 13 mm annular planar magnetic driver delivers low distortion and rapid transient response", "Supports LDAC high-resolution codec for up to 24-bit/96kHz wireless streaming on Android", "Bluetooth 6.0 connectivity with seamless dual-device multipoint pairing and 55 ms low-latency gaming mode", "AI-assisted active noise cancellation and transparency modes isolate ambient clutter effectively", "Parametric EQ, VDSF target curves, and Yuki Beta AI sound tuning via Moondrop Link 2.0 app", "Shallow-fit ergonomic stem shells offer all-day comfort without ear canal pressure" ], "cons": [ "Lidless mecha charging case leaves earbuds exposed to pocket lint and dust", "LDAC streaming and continuous ANC reduce single-charge battery life noticeably", "No wireless Qi charging support on the cradle" ], "specs": [ "13 mm annular single-magnetic planar driver (Square Planar Driver technology)", "Bluetooth 6.0 wireless transmission (10-meter open range)", "Audio codec support: LDAC, AAC, SBC", "AI-assisted active noise cancellation (ANC) and vocal transparency mode", "Dedicated 55 ms ultra-low latency game mode", "Dual-device multipoint connectivity with automatic seamless switching", "Moondrop Link 2.0 companion app with parametric EQ, VDSF target curves, and Yuki Beta AI DSP", "Battery life: ~7 hours per charge (earbuds, AAC), ~24 hours total with case; USB-C charging", "Shallow-fit ergonomic stem design with interchangeable silicone ear tips (S/M/L)", "Translucent mecha charging cradle with magnetic dock", "Released early 2025" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2025, "bluetooth": 6, "codecs": [ "LDAC", "AAC", "SBC" ], "anc": true, "multipoint": true, "earbudBattery": 7, "totalBattery": 24, "latency": 55, "driverTypes": [ "planar" ] } }, { "id": "aula-f75", "name": "AULA F75", "brand": "AULA", "category": { "id": "keyboards", "name": "Keyboards" }, "price": 68, "gist": "Wireless 75% keyboard with a soft, cushioned typing feel", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/keyboards/aula-f75", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3d81TGF", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/aula-f75.DxthMWKG_2vXFdB.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Soft, cushioned typing: RTINGS praises its gasket mount and very smooth pre-lubed switches and stabilizers", "Connects by USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle or Bluetooth, with a big 4,000 mAh battery", "Keeps the arrow keys and function row, plus a knob for volume or lighting", "Hot-swappable: the switches pull out and can be replaced without soldering" ], "cons": [ "All-plastic case with noticeable flex; RTINGS rates the build only decent", "The key letters don't light up, so they're hard to read in the dark", "Settings software is Windows-only and clunky, per RTINGS, and there's no right Cmd key for a Mac", "Listings mix colours, switches and versions (F75, Pro, Max, HE) with conflicting specs: pick the plain tri-mode F75 in the colour you want" ], "specs": [ "75% layout, 80 keys", "Gasket mount, plastic (ABS) case", "Five layers of sound damping", "Hot-swappable, pre-lubed switches; the switch depends on the colour (LEOBOG Reaper linear on many)", "PBT keycaps, not shine-through", "USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle and Bluetooth", "4,000 mAh battery", "Knob for volume (office mode) or lighting (game mode)", "Per-key RGB backlight", "About 1,023 g", "About 323 × 143 × 43 mm", "Settings software for Windows only", "Colors: many, such as Sea Salt Blue, Glacier Blue, Thunder Black and Cedar Green", "Released in 2024" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2024, "layout": "75%", "hotSwap": true, "mount": "Gasket", "caseMaterial": "Plastic (ABS)", "keycaps": "PBT", "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth", "2.4 GHz" ], "battery": 4000, "weight": 1023 } }, { "id": "kz-audio-zvx", "name": "KZ Audio ZVX", "brand": "KZ", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 8, "gist": "Budget wired earphones", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/kz-audio-zvx", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4UBi7t1", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/kz-audio-zvx.B5x4JcuZ_Zgf2yi.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "All-metal shells that feel solid for the price", "Clear, forward mids with good detail", "Tight, quick bass" ], "cons": [ "Some reviewers find voices and instruments sound slightly unnatural", "Comes with foam tips only, no silicone ones", "Metal shells are heavier and bulkier than most budget sets" ], "specs": [ "10 mm dynamic driver", "Impedance about 25 Ω, sensitivity about 109 dB (easy to drive from a phone)", "Detachable cable with a 0.75 mm 2-pin connector, 3.5 mm plug", "All-metal shells" ], "attributes": { "driverCount": 1, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "impedance": 25, "connector": "0.75 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Metal" } }, { "id": "kz-xtra-pro", "name": "KZ Xtra Pro", "brand": "KZ", "category": { "id": "tws", "name": "Wireless earbuds" }, "price": 35, "gist": "Qualcomm QCC5181 wireless earbuds with LDAC, aptX Adaptive, and 55dB ANC", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/tws/kz-xtra-pro", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3kZGHg3", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/kz-xtra-pro.Dgpf4sok_Z1QOJxQ.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Flagship Qualcomm QCC5181 chipset brings Bluetooth 5.4 with low latency and stable transmission", "Broad high-resolution codec support including LDAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX, AAC, and SBC", "Deep hybrid active noise cancellation (up to 55 dB) with 6-microphone dual-feed beamforming matrix", "10 mm patented internal magnetic dynamic driver delivers punchy bass and detailed layering", "Exceptional battery life: ~8 hours on earbuds alone and ~40 hours total with charging case", "Ultra-low 55 ms latency gaming mode and seamless dual-device multipoint pairing" ], "cons": [ "Charging case has a plain plastic build that feels utilitarian", "Companion KZ app interface can feel unpolished for first-time EQ tuning", "Slightly bulky ergonomic nozzle may feel snug in smaller ear canals" ], "specs": [ "Qualcomm QCC5181 flagship chipset with dual-core DSP", "10 mm patented high-sensitivity internal magnetic dynamic driver unit", "Bluetooth 5.4 wireless transmission (15-meter range)", "Comprehensive codec support: LDAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX, AAC, SBC", "Hybrid adaptive active noise cancellation up to 55 dB noise reduction depth", "AI-powered 6-microphone dual-feed beamforming matrix with CVC HD voice call clarity", "4 audio modes: ANC, Transparency, High-Performance Gaming (55 ms latency), Standard", "Seamless dual-device multipoint pairing", "Battery life: ~8 hours per charge (earbuds, 48 mAh), ~40 hours total with 400 mAh charging case", "USB Type-C charging port", "KZ official companion app with battery readout, earbud finder, and customizable parametric EQ", "Released early 2025" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2025, "bluetooth": 5.4, "codecs": [ "LDAC", "aptX Adaptive", "aptX", "AAC", "SBC" ], "anc": true, "multipoint": true, "earbudBattery": 8, "totalBattery": 40, "latency": 55, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ] } }, { "id": "fiio-ka11", "name": "FiiO KA11", "brand": "FiiO", "category": { "id": "dac", "name": "Headphone DACs" }, "price": 25, "gist": "Headphone dongle for phones and laptops", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/dac/fiio-ka11", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c370xxBH", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/fiio-ka11.DvLEYGKp_ZEFIEh.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "A lot of power for its size: up to 245 mW at 16 Ω (maker's figure), enough for most earphones and many headphones", "Tiny metal body", "A coloured light shows the audio format at a glance" ], "cons": [ "Gets warm in use", "The settings app is Android-only", "No microphone support, so headset mics won't work through it", "Slightly warm sound rather than strictly neutral" ], "specs": [ "Cirrus Logic CS43131 DAC chip", "Up to 245 mW at 16 Ω, 200 mW at 32 Ω (maker's figures)", "3.5 mm headphone output", "USB-C; a Lightning version is also sold", "Works with Android, iOS, Windows and Mac" ], "attributes": { "dacChip": "Cirrus Logic CS43131", "outputs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "powerAt32": 200, "platforms": [ "Android", "iOS", "PC", "Mac" ] } }, { "id": "monsgeek-fun60-ultra", "name": "MonsGeek FUN60 Ultra", "brand": "MonsGeek", "category": { "id": "keyboards", "name": "Keyboards" }, "price": 74, "gist": "Aluminium 60% gaming keyboard with magnetic keys, wired or wireless", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/keyboards/monsgeek-fun60-ultra", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3QWtScf", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/monsgeek-fun60-ultra.C-AjKlji_1UANHi.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "RTINGS's pick for the best budget wireless magnetic gaming keyboard, with performance close to Wooting's flagships", "Solid aluminium case, which is rare at this price", "8,000 Hz polling over both the cable and the 2.4 GHz dongle", "Rapid Trigger, adjustable actuation, SOCD and DKS, set in a web or desktop app", "The TMR version also takes ordinary mechanical switches" ], "cons": [ "The \"from\" price is a wired version: wireless starts at $100 on this listing, and the TMR version RTINGS tested costs $140", "Short battery life at 8,000 Hz: Notebookcheck got about 3 hours over the dongle with the lights on, and PCGamesN also calls it poor", "The wireless mode switch hides under the Caps Lock keycap", "60% layout, with no arrow keys, function row or numpad; RTINGS also finds the mount a bit stiff" ], "specs": [ "60% layout, ANSI", "Aluminium case and plate, tray mount", "Akko Glare magnetic switches, hot-swappable", "Hall effect or TMR sensors, depending on the version; TMR also takes 5-pin mechanical switches", "Adjustable actuation from 0.1 to 3.4 mm", "Rapid Trigger with 0.01 mm precision", "Up to 8,000 Hz polling, wired and over 2.4 GHz", "Wired-only, or tri-mode with USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle and Bluetooth (up to three devices)", "4,000 mAh battery (tri-mode versions)", "PBT keycaps with shine-through letters", "ARGB backlight", "Web-based and desktop settings app", "Colors: black or white, plus printed and gradient keycap sets" ], "attributes": { "layout": "60%", "switches": "Akko Glare magnetic", "magnetic": true, "rapidTrigger": true, "hotSwap": true, "mount": "Tray", "caseMaterial": "Aluminium", "keycaps": "PBT", "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth", "2.4 GHz" ], "pollingRate": 8000, "battery": 4000, "colors": [ "Black", "White" ] } }, { "id": "moondrop-golden-ages-ii", "name": "Moondrop Golden Ages II", "brand": "Moondrop", "category": { "id": "tws", "name": "Wireless earbuds" }, "price": 90, "gist": "Planar magnetic true wireless earbuds with Bluetooth 6.0, LDAC, and 3D spatial audio", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/tws/moondrop-golden-ages-ii", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3swIWVD", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/moondrop-golden-ages-ii.CzWIf0eU_Z1PN6j9.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Patented 13 mm annular planar magnetic driver delivers ultra-low non-linear distortion (≤0.05%)", "Bluetooth 6.0 platform with broad codec support: LDAC, LHDC 5.0, LC3, AAC, and SBC", "Dynamic 3D spatial audio with 6-axis gyroscope head-tracking across three acoustic modes", "Wide-band active noise cancellation and wind-resistant ducts preserve musical fidelity", "Dual-microphone beamforming array with AI environmental noise cancellation for clear calls", "Qi wireless charging support alongside USB-C and bundled frosted suede protective case" ], "cons": [ "Planar drivers draw more power during LDAC playback than traditional dynamic drivers", "Charging case maintains a distinctive retro-cassette design that is slightly boxy in pockets", "Touch sensor tap gestures can occasionally register accidental inputs when adjusting fit" ], "specs": [ "Patented 13 mm full-frequency super-linear annular planar magnetic driver (N55 neodymium array)", "Custom 22 nm TWS SoC chipset with 25 mW + 25 mW analog output and 106 dB SNR", "Bluetooth 6.0 wireless transmission (10-meter open range)", "Comprehensive codec support: LDAC, LHDC 5.0, LC3 (LE Audio), AAC, SBC", "Wide-band active noise cancellation (ANC) with wind-resistant duct and ambient transparency mode", "Dynamic 3D spatial audio with 6-axis gyroscope sensor and real-time head tracking", "Dual-microphone beamforming matrix with AI environmental noise cancellation (ENC)", "55 ms ultra-low latency gaming mode", "Battery life: ~8 hours per charge (earbuds, 40 mAh, AAC), ~24 hours total with 400 mAh charging case", "Dual charging options: USB Type-C and Qi wireless charging", "Moondrop Link 2.0 companion app with second-generation parametric EQ (PEQ) and DSP profiles", "Released early 2025" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2025, "bluetooth": 6, "codecs": [ "LDAC", "LHDC", "LC3", "AAC", "SBC" ], "anc": true, "earbudBattery": 8, "totalBattery": 24, "latency": 55, "wirelessCharging": true, "driverTypes": [ "planar" ] } }, { "id": "hiby-fc1", "name": "HiBy FC1", "brand": "HiBy", "category": { "id": "dac", "name": "Headphone DACs" }, "price": 20, "gist": "Tiny headphone dongle for phones and laptops", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/dac/hiby-fc1", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4rY0luR", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/hiby-fc1.D9ZgoWs5_Zlq5Q8.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Small, light dongle for USB-C phones and laptops", "Volume buttons on the dongle, with 30 steps", "Enough power for earphones and easy-to-drive headphones (70 mW at 32 Ω, maker's figure)" ], "cons": [ "3.5 mm jack only, no 4.4 mm balanced output", "In-line remote buttons on headphone cables don't work", "Not enough power for hard-to-drive headphones" ], "specs": [ "ESS ES9270 DAC chip", "70 mW per channel at 32 Ω (maker's figure)", "3.5 mm headphone output", "30-step volume buttons on the dongle", "USB-C; works with Android, iOS, Windows, macOS and Linux" ], "attributes": { "dacChip": "ESS ES9270", "outputs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "powerAt32": 70, "platforms": [ "Android", "iOS", "PC", "Mac" ] } }, { "id": "yunzii-yz98", "name": "YUNZII YZ98", "brand": "YUNZII", "category": { "id": "keyboards", "name": "Keyboards" }, "price": 56, "gist": "Compact 98% mechanical keyboard with a number pad, wireless and a soft gasket feel", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/keyboards/yunzii-yz98", "aliexpressUrl": "https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005006445327097.html", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/yunzii-yz98.BXy5aM3b_ZV9ia3.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "98% layout with 99 keys keeps a full number pad, in a smaller frame than a full-size board", "Prime Audio Reviews scored it 4.5 out of 5, praising the PBT keycaps, the smooth pre-lubed switches and the thocky, quiet sound", "Gasket mount with five layers of sound filling (PORON, IXPE, PET film and silicone)", "Wired, 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth 5.0, so it moves between a desktop and a laptop", "Hot-swappable switches with full N-key rollover: the Milk switches pull out and any MX-style switch goes in", "RGB on the front and the sides, and two acrylic badges in the box" ], "cons": [ "The case is plastic and flexes a little, which is Prime Audio Reviews' one complaint", "The keycaps are opaque, so the backlight lights the desk rather than the letters", "The settings software is Windows-only", "Battery life drops sharply with the lights on: Prime Audio Reviews got about a day, against the claimed 30 days with the RGB off", "The listing sells the black board; YUNZII also makes a white one and a Cocoa Cream V2 switch, so check which variant you get" ], "specs": [ "98% layout, 99 keys", "Gasket mount, plastic (ABS) case", "Five layers of sound filling (PORON, IXPE, PET film and silicone)", "Hot-swappable switches (3- or 5-pin MX), N-key rollover", "YUNZII Milk linear switches, pre-lubed, 45 ± 10 gf, 4.0 mm travel; Cocoa Cream V2 linear switches (5-pin) also sold", "PBT keycaps, double-shot, Cherry profile, not shine-through", "USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle and Bluetooth 5.0", "Up to 1,000 Hz polling over 2.4 GHz", "5,000 mAh battery (YUNZII's spec sheet says 5,000 mAh, the text on the same page says 4,600 mAh)", "RGB backlight and side lights, south-facing", "Windows-only settings software", "About 390 × 147 × 39 mm", "About 970 g", "Colors: black or white", "Released in 2024" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2024, "layout": "98%", "switches": "YUNZII Milk linear", "hotSwap": true, "mount": "Gasket", "caseMaterial": "Plastic (ABS)", "keycaps": "PBT", "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth", "2.4 GHz" ], "pollingRate": 1000, "weight": 970, "colors": [ "Black", "White" ] } }, { "id": "topping-e30ii-lite", "name": "TOPPING E30II LITE", "brand": "TOPPING", "category": { "id": "dac", "name": "Headphone DACs" }, "price": 99, "gist": "Desktop DAC for a computer speaker setup", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/dac/topping-e30ii-lite", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3VCDH0r", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/topping-e30ii-lite.Dd3ZSMVz_1P2mkj.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Very clean, quiet output (121 dB dynamic range, maker's figure)", "USB, optical and coaxial inputs, so it works with a PC, TV or console", "Built-in volume control, so it can feed powered speakers directly", "Runs from a USB charger or power bank" ], "cons": [ "No headphone jack: you need powered speakers or a separate headphone amp", "One RCA output only, no balanced XLR", "Optical and coaxial inputs top out at 192 kHz" ], "specs": [ "AKM AK4493S DAC chip", "121 dB dynamic range (maker's figure)", "Inputs: USB, optical, coaxial (optical and coaxial up to 24-bit/192 kHz)", "Output: RCA line out only, no headphone jack", "Built-in volume control, or fixed output for use with an amp", "Powered by 5 V over USB" ], "attributes": { "dacChip": "AKM AK4493S" } }, { "id": "tempotec-sonata-bhd-pro", "name": "TempoTec Sonata BHD Pro", "brand": "TempoTec", "category": { "id": "dac", "name": "Headphone DACs" }, "price": 48, "gist": "Headphone dongle with two headphone jacks", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/dac/tempotec-sonata-bhd-pro", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3wrTPuR", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/tempotec-sonata-bhd-pro.C17klJP0_HoLwD.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Two jacks: standard 3.5 mm and 4.4 mm balanced", "Strong for a dongle: about 280 mW from the 4.4 mm jack (maker's figure)", "CNC-machined aluminium body", "60 volume steps for fine control" ], "cons": [ "Sound pairs better with some earphones than others", "Struggles with demanding full-size headphones; treble can turn harsh", "No gain switch" ], "specs": [ "Two Cirrus Logic CS43131 DAC chips", "About 280 mW at 32 Ω from the 4.4 mm jack (maker's figure)", "3.5 mm and 4.4 mm balanced outputs", "60-step volume control", "About 55 × 21 × 11 mm, 18 g" ], "attributes": { "dacChip": "Cirrus Logic CS43131", "outputs": [ "3.5 mm", "4.4 mm" ], "powerAt32": 280, "weight": 18 } }, { "id": "attack-shark-r1", "name": "Attack Shark R1", "brand": "Attack Shark", "category": { "id": "mouses", "name": "Gaming mice" }, "price": 16, "gist": "Light wireless gaming mouse", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/mouses/attack-shark-r1", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4rYAD5p", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/attack-shark-r1.hqbflCkf_Z268cVO.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Light at about 59 g, so it's easy to move around during long sessions", "Three ways to connect: USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle or Bluetooth", "Long battery life: up to about 65 hours per charge, by the maker's figures", "Ergonomic shape that suits palm and claw grips" ], "cons": [ "Older PixArt PAW3311 sensor: fine for everyday play, less precise than pricier mice for competitive shooters", "Fairly large (123 × 64 mm), so it can feel big in small hands or with a fingertip grip", "All-plastic shell, and the side buttons can wiggle slightly", "Basic companion software" ], "specs": [ "PixArt PAW3311 optical sensor, up to 18,000 DPI", "Polling rate up to 1000 Hz", "Tri-mode connection: wired USB-C, 2.4 GHz wireless, Bluetooth", "Weight about 59 g", "Size about 123 × 64 × 41 mm, ergonomic shape", "Up to about 65 hours of battery life (maker's figure)" ], "attributes": { "sensor": "PixArt PAW3311", "maxDpi": 18000, "pollingRate": 1000, "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth", "2.4 GHz" ], "batteryLife": 65, "weight": 59 } }, { "id": "gamesir-t4-nova-lite", "name": "GameSir T4 Nova Lite", "brand": "GameSir", "category": { "id": "gamepads", "name": "Gamepads" }, "price": 16, "gist": "Budget wireless controller for PC, Switch and phones", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/gamepads/gamesir-t4-nova-lite", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3RiLG3t", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/gamesir-t4-nova-lite.ereVViZ__Z16bHAM.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Hall-effect sticks that shouldn't drift", "Connects by Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz dongle or USB-C cable", "Works with PC, Steam Deck, Switch, Android and iOS", "Solid build with textured rear grips" ], "cons": [ "Middling battery life (around 10 hours) and slow charging", "No gyro, so no motion controls in Switch games", "No headphone jack, extra back buttons or RGB lighting" ], "specs": [ "Hall-effect sticks", "Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz dongle and USB-C cable", "Works with PC, Steam Deck, Switch, Android and iOS", "Rumble with adjustable strength" ], "attributes": { "platforms": [ "PC", "Steam Deck", "Switch", "Android", "iOS" ], "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth", "2.4 GHz" ], "sticks": "Hall effect" } }, { "id": "trimui-smart-pro", "name": "Trimui Smart Pro", "brand": "TrimUI", "category": { "id": "handhelds", "name": "Retro handhelds" }, "price": 60, "gist": "Widescreen retro game handheld", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/handhelds/trimui-smart-pro", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4Nl29bl", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/trimui-smart-pro.B4iSVhr__Z1lSKc2.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Bright 4.96-inch 720p screen, great for the price", "Solid build and a PSP-style design", "Easy software with screen filters set up out of the box", "Can rotate for vertical arcade games" ], "cons": [ "Small, short-travel D-pad makes fighting games and diagonals hard", "Older chip: fine up to PS1, shaky on N64, Dreamcast and PSP", "No touchscreen, so DS games are awkward", "Gets warm quickly, and the L2/R2 triggers are stiff" ], "specs": [ "4.96-inch 720p IPS screen", "Allwinner A133P chip, 1 GB RAM", "microSD storage", "5000 mAh battery, about 5 hours (maker's figure)", "Two USB-C ports, 3.5 mm headphone jack" ], "attributes": { "chip": "Allwinner A133P", "ram": 1, "screenSize": 4.96, "resolution": "1280×720", "battery": 5000 } }, { "id": "attack-shark-x11-mouse-paw3311", "name": "Attack Shark X11", "brand": "Attack Shark", "category": { "id": "mouses", "name": "Gaming mice" }, "price": 22, "gist": "Rechargeable wireless gaming mouse", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/mouses/attack-shark-x11-mouse-paw3311", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c35sIlP5", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/attack-shark-x11-mouse-paw3311.DceWsXXX_2hRUIl.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Magnetic RGB charging dock that also holds the receiver", "Connects by USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle or Bluetooth", "Light for a budget mouse, about 63 g" ], "cons": [ "Same PAW3311 sensor as the cheaper Attack Shark R1; you're mostly paying for the dock", "Some find the shape uncomfortable in long sessions", "No power switch to save battery" ], "specs": [ "PixArt PAW3311 sensor", "USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle and Bluetooth", "Magnetic RGB charging dock that holds the receiver", "About 63 g" ], "attributes": { "sensor": "PixArt PAW3311", "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth", "2.4 GHz" ], "weight": 63 } }, { "id": "boyhom-r36s", "name": "Boyhom R36S", "brand": "Boyhom", "category": { "id": "handhelds", "name": "Retro handhelds" }, "price": 33, "gist": "Pocket handheld for classic games", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/handhelds/boyhom-r36s", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4qp7EoL", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/boyhom-r36s.BXPuMMSp_Z27bWzM.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "A very cheap way into retro gaming", "Plays 8-bit, 16-bit and PS1 games well, plus many N64, PSP and DS titles", "Two analog sticks and a 3.5-inch 4:3 screen", "Many units can run community firmware such as dArkOS" ], "cons": [ "The bundled microSD card is often low quality and can fail; plan to replace it", "Many clones are sold under the R36S name, and some can't run community firmware", "Buttons and sticks can feel loose or cheap on some units", "Can't run PS2, GameCube or Wii games" ], "specs": [ "3.5-inch 640×480 IPS screen", "Rockchip RK3326 chip, 1 GB RAM", "Two analog sticks", "microSD storage", "3500 mAh battery, up to 6 hours (maker's figure)" ], "attributes": { "chip": "Rockchip RK3326", "ram": 1, "screenSize": 3.5, "resolution": "640×480", "battery": 3500 } }, { "id": "machenike-g5-pro", "name": "Machenike G5 Pro", "brand": "Machenike", "category": { "id": "gamepads", "name": "Gamepads" }, "price": 35, "gist": "Wireless controller with back buttons", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/gamepads/machenike-g5-pro", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c43VTswB", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/machenike-g5-pro.Ewtj--wf_Z1h66yQ.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Hall-effect sticks that resist drift", "Connects by USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle or Bluetooth", "Programmable back buttons, plus stick and trigger tuning in the companion app" ], "cons": [ "Rear buttons can be uncomfortable to reach", "Some reviewers find the D-pad inconsistent", "No headphone jack", "Several versions are sold (G5 Pro, V2, Max), so check which one the listing is" ], "specs": [ "Hall-effect sticks", "USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle and Bluetooth", "Programmable back buttons", "Works with PC, Switch, Android, iOS and Steam Deck" ], "attributes": { "platforms": [ "PC", "Switch", "Android", "iOS", "Steam Deck" ], "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth", "2.4 GHz" ], "sticks": "Hall effect", "rearButtons": true } }, { "id": "attack-shark-r2-gaming-wireless-mouse-paw3950-8k-magnesium-alloy", "name": "Attack Shark R2", "brand": "Attack Shark", "category": { "id": "mouses", "name": "Gaming mice" }, "price": 74, "gist": "Very light magnesium gaming mouse", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/mouses/attack-shark-r2-gaming-wireless-mouse-paw3950-8k-magnesium-alloy", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3pk0RdD", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/attack-shark-r2-gaming-wireless-mouse-paw3950-8k-magnesium-alloy.zh_dDxZl_24tyWn.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Ultralight: about 45 g, with a magnesium-alloy shell", "PAW3950 sensor and 8,000 Hz receiver that worked flawlessly in one review", "Optical switches rated for 100 million clicks (maker's figure)", "Connects by USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle or Bluetooth" ], "cons": [ "Very small (about 118 × 62 mm): suits a fingertip grip, not a palm grip", "Sold with and without a charging dock, so check what the listing includes", "Only one independent review found so far" ], "specs": [ "PixArt PAW3950 sensor, up to 42,000 DPI", "Up to 8,000 Hz polling", "USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle and Bluetooth", "Optical switches rated for 100 million clicks (maker's figure)", "Magnesium-alloy shell with holes, about 45 g", "About 118 × 62 × 39 mm" ], "attributes": { "sensor": "PixArt PAW3950", "maxDpi": 42000, "pollingRate": 8000, "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth", "2.4 GHz" ], "weight": 45 } }, { "id": "fantech-shooter-iii-wgp13s", "name": "FANTECH SHOOTER III WGP13S", "brand": "FANTECH", "category": { "id": "gamepads", "name": "Gamepads" }, "price": 20, "gist": "Wireless controller for PC, Switch and Android", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/gamepads/fantech-shooter-iii-wgp13s", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4eItK7l", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/fantech-shooter-iii-wgp13s.CjyfRKOh_Z2fWi.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T12:04:46+02:00", "pros": [ "Hall-effect sticks and triggers that shouldn't drift", "Connects by 2.4 GHz dongle, USB-C cable or Bluetooth", "12 programmable buttons and macro recording", "Up to 20 hours per charge (maker's figure)" ], "cons": [ "Works with PC, Switch, Android and PS3, but not Xbox, PS4 or PS5", "Hardly any independent reviews yet, so long-term reliability is unknown" ], "specs": [ "Hall-effect sticks and triggers", "2.4 GHz dongle and USB-C cable", "Up to 1000 Hz polling (maker's figure)", "12 programmable buttons, macro recording, 4-level rumble", "600 mAh battery, up to 20 hours (maker's figure)", "Works with PC, Switch, Android and PS3" ], "attributes": { "platforms": [ "PC", "Switch", "Android", "PlayStation" ], "connections": [ "wired", "2.4 GHz" ], "sticks": "Hall effect", "hallTriggers": true, "pollingRate": 1000, "battery": 600, "batteryLife": 20 } }, { "id": "retroid-pocket-5", "name": "Retroid Pocket 5", "brand": "Retroid", "category": { "id": "handhelds", "name": "Retro handhelds" }, "price": 224, "gist": "Android handheld with an OLED screen", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/handhelds/retroid-pocket-5", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c38TggYx", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/retroid-pocket-5.DjaFgAN2_2pED5S.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Bright 5.5-inch 1080p AMOLED screen", "Handles PS2, GameCube and PSP well, and some Switch and PS3 games", "Hall-effect sticks that shouldn't drift", "Curved back that's comfortable to hold" ], "cons": [ "Only a modest speed bump over the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro", "The D-pad sits low, which is awkward in games that lean on the left stick", "128 GB of storage fills fast; plan on a microSD card", "Still small, so larger hands can cramp" ], "specs": [ "5.5-inch 1080p AMOLED touchscreen", "Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chip, 8 GB RAM", "128 GB storage plus microSD", "Android 13", "Hall-effect sticks and analog triggers", "Active cooling fan", "5000 mAh battery" ], "attributes": { "chip": "Qualcomm Snapdragon 865", "ram": 8, "storage": 128, "screenSize": 5.5, "resolution": "1920×1080", "os": "Android", "sticks": "Hall effect", "battery": 5000 } }, { "id": "tangzu-wan-er-sg", "name": "TANGZU WAN ER SG", "brand": "TANGZU", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 15, "gist": "Wired earphones that run fine from a phone", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/tangzu-wan-er-sg", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3ueHNxV", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/tangzu-wan-er-sg.Bu68MWzM_ZY4PoP.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T12:04:46+02:00", "pros": [ "Warm, smooth sound you can listen to for hours", "Light shells that stay comfortable on long sessions", "Easy to drive straight from a phone" ], "cons": [ "Average detail and a fairly narrow sense of space", "Bass can blur into the mids a little", "Stock cable tangles easily and has stiff ear hooks" ], "specs": [ "10 mm dynamic driver", "Impedance 20 Ω, sensitivity 107 dB (easy to drive from a phone)", "Detachable cable with a 2-pin connector", "Lightweight resin shells" ], "attributes": { "driverCount": 1, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "impedance": 20, "sensitivityDbMw": 107, "shell": "Resin" } }, { "id": "anbernic-rg-cubexx", "name": "ANBERNIC RG Cubexx", "brand": "ANBERNIC", "category": { "id": "handhelds", "name": "Retro handhelds" }, "price": 69, "gist": "Retro game handheld with a square screen", 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"hdmiOut": true, "battery": 3800, "weight": 243 } }, { "id": "attack-shark-r11-ultra-8k-carbon-fiber-wireless-gaming-mouse", "name": "ATTACK SHARK R11 Ultra", "brand": "Attack Shark", "category": { "id": "mouses", "name": "Gaming mice" }, "price": 68, "gist": "Very light carbon-fibre gaming mouse", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/mouses/attack-shark-r11-ultra-8k-carbon-fiber-wireless-gaming-mouse", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c39Xczlp", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/attack-shark-r11-ultra-8k-carbon-fiber-wireless-gaming-mouse.BNZQKKzB_Z10heIl.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T12:04:46+02:00", "pros": [ "Very light: about 49 g, with a forged carbon-fibre shell", "Flagship PixArt PAW3950MAX sensor", "Very fast reporting, up to 8,000 Hz" ], "cons": [ "The textured carbon shell grips well but feels rough to some hands", "The highest polling rates need the cable", "Little independent testing yet; most claims come from the maker" ], "specs": [ "PixArt 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Wireless: 2.4 GHz dongle and USB-C cable (PC, Android)", "2C Bluetooth: Bluetooth and USB-C cable (Switch, PC, phones), with motion controls" ], "attributes": { "platforms": [ "PC", "Android", "Switch" ], "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth" ], "sticks": "Hall effect", "hallTriggers": true, "rearButtons": true } }, { "id": "anbernic-rg35xx-h", "name": "ANBERNIC RG35XX H", "brand": "ANBERNIC", "category": { "id": "handhelds", "name": "Retro handhelds" }, "price": 47, "gist": "Pocket-size retro game handheld", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/handhelds/anbernic-rg35xx-h", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c2JykyU3", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg35xx-h.DOXMK9lN_2gU04W.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Runs PS1 and older systems smoothly", "Two analog sticks, unlike the other RG35XX models", "Great-feeling D-pad and buttons", "Two microSD slots: one for the system, one for games" ], "cons": [ "PSP and Dreamcast are playable but can stutter", "Stock software is basic; many owners install community firmware", "The IPS screen shows dark scenes as greyish" ], "specs": [ "3.5-inch 640×480 IPS screen", "Allwinner H700 chip, 1 GB RAM", "Two analog sticks", "Two microSD slots", "Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and HDMI out", "3300 mAh battery, about 8 hours (maker's figure)", "About 180 g" ], "attributes": { "chip": "Allwinner H700", "ram": 1, "screenSize": 3.5, "resolution": "640×480", "hdmiOut": true, "battery": 3300, "weight": 180 } }, { "id": "attack-shark-r5-ultra", "name": "ATTACK SHARK R5 ULTRA", "brand": "Attack Shark", "category": { "id": "mouses", "name": "Gaming mice" }, "price": 72, "gist": "Ultralight wireless gaming mouse", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/mouses/attack-shark-r5-ultra", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c2ynxKYF", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/attack-shark-r5-ultra.DgOx92h7_aFGv9.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "About 39 g, with a carbon-fibre shell that stays rigid", "Ambidextrous shape with six programmable buttons", "PAW3950 sensor with up to 8,000 Hz polling", "Works while charging; connects by USB-C, 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth" ], "cons": [ "Doesn't store settings profiles on the mouse", "Slick coating can feel slippery", "Small skate cutouts limit aftermarket mouse feet" ], "specs": [ "PixArt PAW3950MAX sensor, up to 42,000 DPI", "Up to 8,000 Hz polling", "USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle and Bluetooth", "Carbon-fibre shell with holes, about 39 g", "Ambidextrous shape, six programmable buttons" ], "attributes": { "sensor": "PixArt PAW3950MAX", "maxDpi": 42000, "pollingRate": 8000, "buttons": 6, "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth", "2.4 GHz" ], "weight": 39 } }, { "id": "hiby-fc3", "name": "HiBy FC3", "brand": "HiBy", "category": { "id": "dac", "name": "Headphone DACs" }, "price": 30, "gist": "Headphone dongle for phones and laptops", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/dac/hiby-fc3", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4NR16o3", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/hiby-fc3.Cw3uV2_o_Z2anwz9.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Compact aluminium body with volume and playback buttons", "Clean, clear sound according to reviewers", "Light drain on your phone's battery" ], "cons": [ "Same rated power as the cheaper HiBy FC1 (70 mW at 32 Ω)", "Some users report the connection dropping", "Faint hiss with very sensitive earphones", "3.5 mm only, and not for power-hungry headphones" ], "specs": [ "ESS ES9281PRO DAC chip", "70 mW per channel at 32 Ω (maker's figure)", "3.5 mm headphone output with headset mic support", "30-step volume buttons on the dongle", "About 45 × 13 × 9 mm, 9 g" ], "attributes": { "dacChip": "ESS ES9281PRO", "outputs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "powerAt32": 70, "weight": 9 } }, { "id": "moondrop-kadenz", "name": "MOONDROP Kadenz", "brand": "Moondrop", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 197, "gist": "Higher-end 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"sensitivityDbV": 122, "shell": "Stainless steel" } }, { "id": "7hz-x-crinacle-zero-2", "name": "7Hz X Crinacle Zero 2", "brand": "7Hz", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 15, "gist": "Wired earphones tuned with reviewer Crinacle", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/7hz-x-crinacle-zero-2", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c32wOpsr", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/7hz-x-crinacle-zero-2.BjXpod6J_Z2lpBy5.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Warm, bass-forward sound that suits pop and hip-hop", "Smooth treble that doesn't get harsh", "More bass than the original Zero", "Detachable cable, so a broken one is cheap to replace" ], "cons": [ "Little sparkle at the top, and detail is only average", "Busy tracks can sound a bit crowded", "Basic extras: a thin stock cable and usually no case", "Angular shells don't suit every ear; other ear tips can help" ], "specs": [ "10 mm dynamic driver", "Impedance 32 Ω, sensitivity 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sensors, so check which one the listing is", "Few independent reviews; most ratings online come from shops" ], "specs": [ "PixArt PAW3311 sensor, up to 12,000 DPI", "USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle and Bluetooth", "Magnetic charging dock included", "500 mAh battery, 40+ hours on 2.4 GHz (maker's figure)", "About 66 g, 125 × 63 × 38 mm" ], "attributes": { "sensor": "PixArt PAW3311", "maxDpi": 12000, "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth", "2.4 GHz" ], "battery": 500, "batteryLife": 40, "weight": 66 } }, { "id": "boyhom-k56", "name": "Boyhom K56", "brand": "Boyhom", "category": { "id": "handhelds", "name": "Retro handhelds" }, "price": 105, "gist": "Android handheld for retro and phone games", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/handhelds/boyhom-k56", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4VrHHPN", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/boyhom-k56.IZolzYoZ_xv85B.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T12:04:46+02:00", "pros": [ "Android 14 with ready-made game menus (Pegasus and ES-DE)", 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"https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3An2qqn", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/gamesir-cyclone-2.By8-_ptE_XHQyP.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T12:04:46+02:00", "pros": [ "Smooth, precise TMR sticks that resist drift", "Hall-effect triggers with plenty of control", "Two rear paddles and full remapping in the GameSir app", "Comes with a charging stand" ], "cons": [ "Doesn't work with Xbox or PS5 consoles", "The D-pad and clicky face buttons split opinion; some find the D-pad mushy", "Reviews disagree on battery life; GameSir rates it at up to about 25 hours" ], "specs": [ "TMR sticks and Hall-effect triggers", "Two programmable rear paddles", "USB-C cable, Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz dongle", "Charging stand included", "Battery up to about 25 hours (maker's figure)" ], "attributes": { "platforms": [ "PC", "Switch", "Android", "iOS" ], "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth", "2.4 GHz" ], "sticks": "TMR", "hallTriggers": true, "rearButtons": true, "batteryLife": 25 } }, { "id": "kiwi-ears-allegro-mini", "name": "Kiwi Ears Allegro Mini", "brand": "Kiwi Ears", "category": { "id": "dac", "name": "Headphone DACs" }, "price": 24, "gist": "Cheap headphone dongle with a 4.4 mm balanced jack", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/dac/kiwi-ears-allegro-mini", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3KGm7Cx", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/kiwi-ears-allegro-mini.Bcc_PP2j_1PQcxO.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "The cheapest way to get both a 3.5 mm and a 4.4 mm balanced jack", "Clean, clear sound with earphones, according to reviewers", "Small metal body that plugs straight into a phone", "Low power draw from the phone" ], "cons": [ "Low power: 30 mW at 32 Ω (maker's figure), only a little more than Apple's basic USB-C adapter in one reviewer's test", "The 4.4 mm jack gives no extra power over the 3.5 mm one, by the same reviewer's measurements", "Not for hard-to-drive headphones", "Can be too loud for very sensitive earphones, leaving little room on the volume scale" ], "specs": [ "DAC chip not named by the maker", "30 mW per channel at 32 Ω (maker's figure)", "3.5 mm and 4.4 mm balanced outputs", "Up to 32-bit/384 kHz PCM and DSD128", "Signal-to-noise ratio of at least 114 dB (maker's figure)", "Aluminium body", "USB-C" ], "attributes": { "outputs": [ "3.5 mm", "4.4 mm" ], "maxSampleRate": 384, "maxBitDepth": 32, "dsd": true, "powerAt32": 30, "snr": 114 } }, { "id": "flydigi-apex-5", "name": "Flydigi apex 5", "brand": "Flydigi", "category": { "id": "gamepads", "name": "Gamepads" }, "price": 125, "gist": "Pro wireless controller with a built-in screen", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/gamepads/flydigi-apex-5", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4pvPt0P", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/flydigi-apex-5.C-b_bcZJ_1hhWCT.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T12:04:46+02:00", "pros": [ "Motorised adaptive triggers that push back in supported games", "Adjustable stick tension", "Built-in screen for changing settings on the controller itself", "Very low lag: about 3 ms wired and 5 ms on the dongle in one review" ], "cons": [ "Heavy, at roughly 335–345 g", "Gyro aiming is jittery, so it's weak for shooters", "Rubber grips can discolour over time", "No Xbox or PlayStation console support" ], "specs": [ "Hall-effect sticks with adjustable tension, Hall-effect triggers", "Motorised adaptive triggers", "Built-in screen and RGB lighting", "Six programmable buttons and detachable back paddles", "USB-C cable, Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz dongle", "1500 mAh battery, about 20 hours (maker's figure)" ], "attributes": { "platforms": [ "PC", "Switch", "Android", "iOS" ], "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth", "2.4 GHz" ], "sticks": "Hall effect", "hallTriggers": true, "rearButtons": true, "battery": 1500, "batteryLife": 20 } }, { "id": "mchose-l7-pro", "name": "MCHOSE L7 Pro", "brand": "MCHOSE", "category": { "id": "mouses", "name": "Gaming mice" }, "price": 56, "gist": "Small, very light gaming 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to 8,000 Hz polling, wired and wireless", "USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle and Bluetooth", "Optical main switches (Kailh in current units, Omron in earlier ones)", "Six buttons, counting the wheel click", "Symmetrical shape, side buttons on the left", "About 40 g", "About 116 × 61 × 36 mm", "250 mAh battery", "Settings saved on the mouse", "Colors: white, black or blue", "One-year warranty" ], "attributes": { "sensor": "PixArt PAW3395", "maxDpi": 26000, "maxSpeed": 650, "pollingRate": 8000, "buttons": 6, "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth", "2.4 GHz" ], "battery": 250, "weight": 40, "shape": "Symmetrical", "colors": [ "White", "Black", "Blue" ] } }, { "id": "miyoo-mini-plus", "name": "Miyoo Mini Plus", "brand": "Miyoo", "category": { "id": "handhelds", "name": "Retro handhelds" }, "price": 52, "gist": "Pocket-sized retro handheld for classic games", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/handhelds/miyoo-mini-plus", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3yDnyPB", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/miyoo-mini-plus.DaR9Bbhr_Z5JOgc.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/miyoo-mini-plus-2.DPvXsOp4_1hf0tm.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/miyoo-mini-plus-3.DFHWRC0l_1hWfyl.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/miyoo-mini-plus-4.DIo9o-em_ZSYHLg.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/miyoo-mini-plus-5.DDp68s_z_Z1oz3Yj.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Very light and pocketable, with a sharp 3.5-inch 640x480 screen", "Smooth for NES, SNES, Game Boy, Genesis and most PS1 games", "Free OnionOS firmware makes it fast and easy to use", "Wi-Fi and a 3000 mAh battery for a few hours of play" ], "cons": [ "No analog sticks, so PS1 games that need them and anything 3D are out", "Weak chip and tiny memory: PS1 is about the ceiling, N64 mostly doesn't work", "The L2/R2 buttons are mushy, and the single speaker distorts when loud", "No HDMI out for a TV" ], "specs": [ "3.5-inch 640x480 IPS screen", "SigmaStar SSD202D dual-core chip, 128 MB RAM (per most reviews)", "Linux, with the OnionOS community firmware recommended", "microSD storage", "3000 mAh battery", "Wi-Fi, USB-C charging" ], "attributes": { "chip": "SigmaStar SSD202D", "screenSize": 3.5, "resolution": "640×480", "os": "Linux", "battery": 3000 } }, { "id": "moondrop-chu-iii", "name": "Moondrop CHU III", "brand": "Moondrop", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 25, "gist": "Wired earphones with punchy bass for the price", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/moondrop-chu-iii", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4NUQKJ9", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/moondrop-chu-iii.CmQA1DYe_14x9xr.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Bass quality reviewers call excellent for the price", "Balanced, mildly V-shaped sound that's clean and coherent", "Small metal shells that fit most ears", "Easy to drive straight from a phone" ], "cons": [ "Bass can get boomy, with little sub-bass rumble", "Treble peaks can make cymbals sound thin", "Wide 6 mm nozzles won't suit every ear", "Brass nozzles can tarnish, and the accessories are bare-bones" ], "specs": [ "10 mm dynamic driver with an aluminium-magnesium diaphragm", "Impedance 16 Ω, sensitivity 118 dB/Vrms (easy to drive from a phone)", "Zinc alloy shells with brass nozzles", "Detachable cable with a 0.78 mm 2-pin connector, 3.5 mm plug", "Black or silver" ], "attributes": { "driverCount": 1, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "impedance": 16, "sensitivityDbV": 118, "connector": "0.78 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Zinc alloy", "colors": [ "Black", "Silver" ] } }, { "id": "trn-black-pearl", "name": "TRN Black Pearl", "brand": "TRN", "category": { "id": "dac", "name": "Headphone DACs" }, "price": 36, "gist": "Headphone dongle with two jacks and an EQ app", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/dac/trn-black-pearl", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c40R46Sj", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/trn-black-pearl.ZGsiXR7n_vOwU1.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Strong for a dongle: up to 320 mW at 32 Ω from the 4.4 mm jack (maker's figure)", "Measured very clean and quiet, per Audio Science Review's results as summarised by Frieve", "10-band EQ through TRN's Walkplay app", "Buttons on the dongle, and headset mics work through it" ], "cons": [ "The EQ software needs an account, and some buyers report problems with it", "Early units had distortion with a power-saving feature until a firmware update (August 2025)", "One-year warranty, main unit only" ], "specs": [ "Two Cirrus Logic CS43131 DAC chips", "320 mW at 32 Ω from the 4.4 mm jack, 125 mW from the 3.5 mm jack (maker's figures)", "3.5 mm and 4.4 mm balanced outputs", "Up to 32-bit/384 kHz PCM and DSD256", "10-band EQ through the Walkplay app", "Buttons on the dongle; headset mic support", "Light shows the format: blue standby, green PCM, red DSD", "Metal body with a tempered glass panel", "USB-C" ], "attributes": { "dacChip": "Cirrus Logic CS43131", "outputs": [ "3.5 mm", "4.4 mm" ], "maxSampleRate": 384, "maxBitDepth": 32, "dsd": true, "powerAt32": 320 } }, { "id": "easysmx-x05", "name": "EasySMX X05", "brand": "EasySMX", "category": { "id": "gamepads", "name": "Gamepads" }, "price": 25, "gist": "Wireless controller for PC, Android and Switch", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/gamepads/easysmx-x05", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3z3TT0r", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/easysmx-x05.SFTLMfOZ_1pQY4w.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T12:04:46+02:00", "pros": [ "Hall-effect sticks and triggers that shouldn't drift", "Very quiet face buttons", "Solid D-pad that handles fighting-game inputs", "Light and comfortable, even in bigger hands" ], "cons": [ "Short battery life: about 6 hours per charge in one review", "The back macro buttons get in the way of the bumpers at first", "No headphone jack, and it doesn't work with Xbox" ], "specs": [ "Hall-effect sticks and triggers", "Connects by Bluetooth or USB dongle", "Works with PC, Android and Nintendo Switch", "Motion controls and rumble", "Battery up to 12 hours (maker's figure)" ], "attributes": { "platforms": [ "PC", "Android", "Switch", "iOS" ], "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth", "2.4 GHz" ], "sticks": "Hall effect", "hallTriggers": true, "gyro": true, "batteryLife": 12 } }, { "id": "fiio-ja11", "name": "FiiO JA11", "brand": "FiiO", "category": { "id": "dac", "name": "Headphone DACs" }, "price": 15, "gist": "The cheapest headphone dongle here, with EQ and mic support", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/dac/fiio-ja11", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3LDZK6x", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/fiio-ja11.v1vj6yWi_Z1J9Ill.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "The cheapest dongle in the catalog, from FiiO's own store", "Headset mics and in-line remote buttons work through it, unlike the KA11 and FC1", "5-band parametric EQ in the FiiO Control app", "Tiny metal body and a braided cable, about 5 g", "Neutral to slightly warm sound with no hiss, in one reviewer's listening" ], "cons": [ "Low power: 30 mW at 32 Ω (maker's figure), made for earphones, not hard-to-drive headphones", "No volume buttons on the dongle", "The EQ and settings app is Android-only", "One reviewer's early unit needed a firmware update, installed from a Windows PC, to fix the left/right balance" ], "specs": [ "DAC chip not named by the maker", "30 mW per channel at 32 Ω (maker's figure)", "3.5 mm headphone output", "Up to 32-bit/384 kHz PCM and DSD128", "Signal-to-noise ratio of at least 115 dB (maker's figure)", "Output impedance under 0.5 Ω (maker's figure)", "Headset mic and in-line remote supported", "5-band parametric EQ in the FiiO Control app (Android)", "Aluminium-magnesium alloy body, braided cable", "About 5 g", "Black or silver", "USB-C; works with Android, iOS, Windows and macOS", "Released in 2024" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2024, "outputs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "maxSampleRate": 384, "maxBitDepth": 32, "dsd": true, "powerAt32": 30, "snr": 115, "platforms": [ "Android", "iOS", "PC", "Mac" ], "weight": 5, "colors": [ "Black", "Silver" ] } }, { "id": "trimui-brick", "name": "TrimUI Brick", "brand": "TrimUI", "category": { "id": "handhelds", "name": "Retro handhelds" }, "price": 79, "gist": "Compact metal-back retro handheld with a very sharp screen", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/handhelds/trimui-brick", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3ob7oCD", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/trimui-brick.DtF16Yp7_Z2fdDP8.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/trimui-brick-2.doZnU6lF_1kzgk.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/trimui-brick-3.B2aaVRxA_5LKsu.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Bright, sharp 3.2-inch 1024x768 screen", "Metal back panel and solid build for the price", "Plays up to PS1 without trouble, plus part of the N64 and PSP libraries", "Small and light, with RGB lighting around the frame" ], "cons": [ "Flat edges and surfaces give you little to grip", "The small L2/R2 buttons are awkward for PS1 games that use them", "The removable shoulder buttons can pop off in a pocket", "3000 mAh battery, around 5 hours (maker's figure)" ], "specs": [ "3.2-inch 1024x768 IPS screen", "Allwinner A133P chip at 1.8 GHz, 1 GB RAM", "Linux, with the Crossmix firmware on this listing", "8 GB internal storage plus microSD", "3000 mAh battery", "RGB lighting" ], "attributes": { "chip": "Allwinner A133P", "ram": 1, "storage": 8, "screenSize": 3.2, "resolution": "1024×768", "os": "Linux", "battery": 3000 } }, { "id": "truthear-pure", "name": "TRUTHEAR PURE", "brand": "TRUTHEAR", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 90, "gist": "Wired earphones with four drivers and a warm sound", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/truthear-pure", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4Sx22kB", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/truthear-pure.8sfYGcqS_1vGERm.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T12:04:46+02:00", "pros": [ "Warm, even sound with strong bass for the price", "Four drivers per side (one dynamic, three balanced armature)", "Blocks a lot of outside noise", "Easy to drive from a phone" ], "cons": [ "Large shells and a wide nozzle make the fit tricky for some ears", "Treble rolls off early, so it can sound a little dark", "Some reviewers find cheaper earphones nearly as good" ], "specs": [ "One 10 mm dynamic driver and three balanced armature drivers per side", "Impedance 13.8 Ω, sensitivity 124 dB (easy to drive from a phone)", "3D-printed resin shells", "Detachable cable with a 0.78 mm 2-pin connector, 3.5 mm plug" ], "attributes": { "driverCount": 4, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic", "balanced armature" ], "impedance": 13.8, "sensitivityDbV": 124, "connector": "0.78 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "3D-printed resin" } }, { "id": "vxe-dragonfly-r1-pro", "name": "VXE Dragonfly R1 Pro", "brand": "VXE", "category": { "id": "mouses", "name": "Gaming 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speed", "1,000 Hz polling; up to 4,000 Hz with the separate 4K receiver", "USB-C cable and 2.4 GHz dongle", "Nordic nRF52840 chip", "Huano mechanical main switches", "Symmetrical shape, side buttons on the left", "\"Ice-feel\" coating", "About 48 g", "About 121 × 64 × 38 mm", "250 mAh battery", "Up to about 75 hours at 1,000 Hz (maker's figure)", "Colors: black or white", "One-year warranty" ], "attributes": { "sensor": "PixArt PAW3395", "maxDpi": 26000, "maxSpeed": 650, "pollingRate": 1000, "connections": [ "wired", "2.4 GHz" ], "battery": 250, "batteryLife": 75, "weight": 48, "shape": "Symmetrical", "colors": [ "Black", "White" ] } }, { "id": "anbernic-rg35xx-sp", "name": "ANBERNIC RG35XX SP", "brand": "ANBERNIC", "category": { "id": "handhelds", "name": "Retro handhelds" }, "price": 105, "gist": "Folding retro handheld in a Game Boy Advance SP shape", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/handhelds/anbernic-rg35xx-sp", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c2Qpuv4d", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg35xx-sp.CPrMJR0e_YIq2n.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg35xx-sp-2.zxDsjNtF_2w11ef.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg35xx-sp-3.C8CSKi2K_SHNTk.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg35xx-sp-4.By5ql4-9_ZQpiy0.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Clamshell design that protects the screen in a pocket", "Handles 8-bit, 16-bit, arcade and PS1 games well", "Mini HDMI out, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and a headphone jack", "3300 mAh battery, up to 8 hours (maker's figure)" ], "cons": [ "No analog stick, so 3D games and PS1 games with two sticks are awkward", "Limited N64 and Dreamcast support", "The buttons are a little clicky", "Costs more than the non-folding RG35XX Plus with the same chip" ], "specs": [ "3.5-inch 640x480 IPS screen", "Allwinner H700 chip, 1 GB RAM", "Linux", "Two microSD slots", "3300 mAh battery", "Mini HDMI out, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2" ], "attributes": { "chip": "Allwinner H700", "ram": 1, "screenSize": 3.5, "resolution": "640×480", "os": "Linux", "bluetooth": 4.2, "hdmiOut": true, "battery": 3300 } }, { "id": "fosi-audio-k5-pro", "name": "Fosi Audio K5 Pro", "brand": "Fosi Audio", "category": { "id": "dac", "name": "Headphone DACs" }, "price": 54, "gist": "Desk box for a gaming headset on a PC or PS5", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/dac/fosi-audio-k5-pro", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3UEviHh", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/fosi-audio-k5-pro.CKhAP2KZ_ZJSxXr.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Headphone jack and mic jack on the front, so a wired gaming headset plugs straight in", "USB, optical and coaxial inputs, plus RCA out for powered speakers", "Bass and treble knobs as well as volume", "Plenty of rated power: 500 mW at 32 Ω (maker's figure)" ], "cons": [ "No gain switch, and reviewers hear hiss with sensitive earphones", "One reviewer's first unit failed and the replacement's optical input didn't work", "The same reviewer found less volume headroom than the power rating suggests", "3.5 mm headphone jack only, no 6.35 mm or balanced output" ], "specs": [ "DAC chip not named by the maker; Texas Instruments NE5532 op-amp", "500 mW at 32 Ω, 80 mW at 300 Ω (maker's figures); for headphones from 16 to 300 Ω", "Inputs: USB-C (up to 24-bit/96 kHz), optical and coaxial (up to 24-bit/192 kHz)", "Outputs: 3.5 mm headphone jack, RCA line out", "3.5 mm mic input on the front", "Volume, bass and treble knobs", "Works with PC, Mac, PS5 and Switch (maker's list)", "Powered by 5 V over USB-C", "112 × 95 × 30 mm, 251 g" ], "attributes": { "outputs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "maxSampleRate": 192, "maxBitDepth": 24, "powerAt32": 500, "platforms": [ "PC", "Mac", "PlayStation", "Switch" ], "weight": 251 } }, { "id": "gamesir-nova-2-lite", "name": "GameSir Nova 2 Lite", "brand": "GameSir", "category": { "id": "gamepads", "name": "Gamepads" }, "price": 30, "gist": "Budget wireless controller with Hall-effect sticks", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/gamepads/gamesir-nova-2-lite", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c44m6R6R", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/gamesir-nova-2-lite.CcS6JlDt_2x1yYV.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T12:04:46+02:00", "pros": [ "Hall-effect sticks and triggers that shouldn't drift", "PC Gamer called it the new best budget controller for PC", "Minimal software, since most settings are changed on the controller" ], "cons": [ "No gyro, so no motion controls", "Plastic doesn't feel premium and isn't very grippy", "The charging station is sold separately, though marketing shows it" ], "specs": [ "Hall-effect sticks and triggers", "Budget price, around $30", "Minimal software, settings changed on the controller", "No gyro or motion controls" ], "attributes": { "platforms": [ "PC", "Switch", "Android", "iOS" ], "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth", "2.4 GHz" ], "sticks": "Hall effect", "hallTriggers": true, "gyro": false } }, { "id": "mchose-a7-v2-ultra", "name": "MCHOSE A7 V2 Ultra", "brand": "MCHOSE", "category": { "id": "mouses", "name": "Gaming mice" }, "price": 65, "gist": "Superlight-style gaming mouse with a big battery", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/mouses/mchose-a7-v2-ultra", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3WgdPg3", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/mchose-a7-v2-ultra.nK3GvVut_1wRcKy.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Shape closely copied from Logitech's G Pro X Superlight, a mid-size shape for medium to large hands", "Big 500 mAh battery for a 58 g mouse", "PAW3950 sensor, true 8,000 Hz polling and very low click latency in TechPowerUp's tests", "Connects by cable, 2.4 GHz dongle or Bluetooth; settings in an app or a web driver" ], "cons": [ "Wireless polling at 1,000 Hz is unsteady unless you turn on its \"Extreme\" mode, which uses more battery", "No battery life figure from MCHOSE; TechPowerUp estimated about 50 hours in Extreme mode", "Mechanical switches, which can register stray clicks at the lowest debounce settings", "The listing also sells the cheaper Pro (PAW3395 sensor) and the Plus versions, so pick Ultra" ], "specs": [ "PixArt PAW3950 Ti sensor", "Up to 42,000 DPI", "Up to 8,000 Hz polling, wired and wireless", "USB-C cable, 2.4 GHz dongle and Bluetooth", "Realtek RTL8762GKH chip", "Omron mechanical main switches, rated for 100 million clicks", "TTC Gold scroll wheel encoder", "Six buttons, counting the wheel click", "Symmetrical shape modelled on the Logitech G Pro X Superlight, side buttons on the left", "About 58 g", "About 126 × 63 × 40 mm", "500 mAh battery", "MCHOSE Hub app or web driver", "One-year warranty" ], "attributes": { "sensor": "PixArt PAW3950 Ti", "maxDpi": 42000, "pollingRate": 8000, "buttons": 6, "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth", "2.4 GHz" ], "battery": 500, "weight": 58, "shape": "Symmetrical" } }, { "id": "simgot-ew300", "name": "SIMGOT EW300", "brand": "SIMGOT", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 69, "gist": "Wired earphones with three kinds of driver in a metal shell", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/simgot-ew300", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3skm3OJ", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/simgot-ew300.DOl-JpIY_1WxRzc.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Rich, punchy bass and a warm, smooth sound you can listen to for hours", "Good detail and separation for the price", "All-metal shells with a good-quality silver-plated cable", "Two swappable nozzles to change the sound slightly" ], "cons": [ "Treble lacks some air and fine detail", "Soundstage is good but on the intimate side", "May be too bassy for some listeners", "The difference between the two nozzles is subtle" ], "specs": [ "10 mm dynamic driver, 6 mm planar driver and a piezoelectric driver per side", "Impedance 28 Ω, sensitivity 121 dB/Vrms (easy to drive from a phone)", "CNC-machined metal shells, two pairs of swappable nozzles", "Detachable silver-plated cable with a 0.78 mm 2-pin connector, 3.5 mm plug" ], "attributes": { "driverCount": 3, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic", "planar", "piezoelectric" ], "impedance": 28, "sensitivityDbV": 121, "connector": "0.78 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Metal" } }, { "id": "anbernic-rg35xx-pro", "name": "ANBERNIC RG35XX Pro", "brand": "ANBERNIC", "category": { "id": "handhelds", "name": "Retro handhelds" }, "price": 69, "gist": "Vertical retro handheld with two analog sticks", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/handhelds/anbernic-rg35xx-pro", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c2Rvy4Q9", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg35xx-pro.B-FTZ1MA_Z1CKuhL.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg35xx-pro-2.DEEoQkZJ_FebGn.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg35xx-pro-3.DtGeTkqr_Z1tJgxu.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg35xx-pro-4.2evNiwBw_ZTfauX.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Two analog sticks and shoulder buttons in a pocketable body", "Solid plastic shell with no flex", "Handles most systems up to PS1 and GBA well", "Mini HDMI out, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth" ], "cons": [ "Only limited support for DS, N64, Dreamcast and PSP", "The Linux menu is less intuitive than Android", "Battery life is modest, about 5 to 7 hours", "Same chip as other RG35XX models, so it's not a big upgrade if you own one" ], "specs": [ "3.5-inch 640x480 IPS screen", "Allwinner H700 chip, 1 GB RAM", "Linux", "microSD storage", "3200 mAh battery", "Mini HDMI out, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2" ], "attributes": { "chip": "Allwinner H700", "ram": 1, "screenSize": 3.5, "resolution": "640×480", "os": "Linux", "bluetooth": 4.2, "hdmiOut": true, "battery": 3200 } }, { "id": "gamesir-g7-se", "name": "GameSir G7 SE", "brand": "GameSir", "category": { "id": "gamepads", "name": "Gamepads" }, "price": 45, "gist": "Wired Xbox and PC controller with Hall-effect sticks", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/gamepads/gamesir-g7-se", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4pBcCIj", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/gamesir-g7-se.6t6xTgA1_Z2bGvOE.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Hall-effect sticks and triggers that shouldn't drift", "Back paddles and a companion app for remapping and tuning sticks and triggers", "Shape close to the official Xbox controller, with a comfortable grip", "3.5mm headphone jack" ], "cons": [ "Wired only", "The USB-C port accepts only the cable that comes with it, according to one reviewer", "One reviewer found the face buttons membrane-style rather than tactile", "Less versatile than the official Xbox controller, according to one review" ], "specs": [ "Hall-effect sticks and triggers", "Two rear paddles and remapping in the companion app", "Wired USB-C connection for Xbox and PC", "3.5mm headphone jack" ], "attributes": { "platforms": [ "Xbox", "PC" ], "connections": [ "wired" ], "sticks": "Hall effect", "hallTriggers": true, "rearButtons": true } }, { "id": "8bitdo-sn30-pro", "name": "8BitDo SN30 Pro", "brand": "8BitDo", "category": { "id": "gamepads", "name": "Gamepads" }, "price": 36, "gist": "Retro-style wireless controller with a great D-pad", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/gamepads/8bitdo-sn30-pro", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4sAhKYX", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/8bitdo-sn30-pro.DkzPI3EY_Z1Rqeng.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T12:04:46+02:00", "pros": [ "The D-pad is the standout, especially for 2D and retro games", "Looks almost identical to the original SNES controller", "Works with Nintendo Switch, PC, Android, Mac and Steam Deck", "Long battery life, according to reviews" ], "cons": [ "The battery is built in and can't be replaced", "No button remapping, according to one review", "Thumbstick placement can get in the way in some emulated games" ], "specs": [ "D-pad that suits 2D and retro games", "SNES-style design", "Works with Switch, PC, Android, Mac and Steam Deck", "Built-in rechargeable battery" ], "attributes": { "platforms": [ "Switch", "PC", "Android", "iOS", "Mac", "Steam Deck" ], "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth" ], "sticks": "Hall effect" } }, { "id": "anbernic-rg-ds-plus", "name": "ANBERNIC RG DS Plus", "brand": "ANBERNIC", "category": { "id": "handhelds", "name": "Retro handhelds" }, "price": 115, "gist": "Dual-screen handheld for Nintendo DS games", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/handhelds/anbernic-rg-ds-plus", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3s2g63f", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg-ds-plus.BPNX-LKx_211blE.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg-ds-plus-2.DMN5jeeO_Z1PeYh.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg-ds-plus-3.Dfq4X9eS_Z1Mpywe.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg-ds-plus-4.BrRRtAkK_Z1pw2Mk.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Two 4.3-inch 1024x768 screens, exactly 4x the DS resolution so pixels scale cleanly", "Built-in stylus and a hinge that opens from 15 to 180 degrees", "The D-pad and buttons are said to feel close to the original DS", "4000 mAh battery, about 6 hours (maker's estimate)" ], "cons": [ "Same Rockchip RK3568 chip as the original RG DS, so it's a DS machine first", "1 GB of RAM", "Linux software with a DS-focused emulator, not Android", "The AliExpress price is above the roughly $95 launch price" ], "specs": [ "Two 4.3-inch 1024x768 screens", "Rockchip RK3568 chip, 1 GB RAM", "Linux with the NNDSS DS emulator", "Built-in stylus", "4000 mAh battery", "Wi-Fi, Bluetooth" ], "attributes": { "chip": "Rockchip RK3568", "ram": 1, "screenSize": 4.3, "resolution": "1024×768", "os": "Linux", "battery": 4000 } }, { "id": "8bitdo-pro-2", "name": "8BitDo Pro 2", "brand": "8BitDo", "category": { "id": "gamepads", "name": "Gamepads" }, "price": 45, "gist": "Pro-style controller with a strong D-pad", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/gamepads/8bitdo-pro-2", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3PZCnx1", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/8bitdo-pro-2.Dpml1Rju_Z1QWPxq.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T12:04:46+02:00", "pros": [ "Strong D-pad, especially for retro and 2D games", "Solid sticks and a good input feel", "Customisation options on the Bluetooth model" ], "cons": [ "Two versions: Bluetooth for Switch, PC and mobile, and wired for Xbox", "Some user reports question the Bluetooth connection, so wired is recommended", "Flat face buttons, and the star and heart buttons are awkwardly placed", "The wired Xbox version has a short cable and no shift or macro remapping" ], "specs": [ "Strong D-pad for retro and 2D games", "Bluetooth model for Switch, PC and mobile", "Wired model for Xbox", "Customisation on the Bluetooth model" ], "attributes": { "platforms": [ "PC", "Switch", "Android", "iOS", "Xbox" ], "connections": [ "wired", "bluetooth" ], "sticks": "Hall effect" } }, { "id": "anbernic-rg476h", "name": "ANBERNIC RG 476H", "brand": "ANBERNIC", "category": { "id": "handhelds", "name": "Retro handhelds" }, "price": 194, "gist": "Android handheld with a sharp 4:3 screen that plays PS2 and GameCube", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/handhelds/anbernic-rg476h", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3PB6G65", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg476h.B67xDVp3_17tX9C.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg476h-2.DEQSYD8c_48e3l.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg476h-3.PgG4_GOT_1eSKA4.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg476h-4.2ymNSXlq_p5bDL.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg476h-5.D0LyxQCB_Z18d4uk.webp", "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg476h-6.HAsH6Yf6_7Rcah.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Sharp, bright 4.7-inch 1280x960 screen, up to 120 Hz", "Hall-effect sticks and triggers that shouldn't drift", "Plays a good part of the PS2 and GameCube library, and everything lighter", "8 GB RAM and 128 GB of fast storage, plus microSD" ], "cons": [ "The Unisoc T820 chip is weaker than the RG 477M's: not every GameCube or PS2 game runs well", "The Android software is basic", "The L1/R1 buttons are a bit loud, and the microSD door doesn't sit flush", "The listing price is well above the roughly $150 reviewers cite" ], "specs": [ "4.7-inch 1280x960 LTPS screen, 4:3, up to 120 Hz", "Unisoc T820 chip, 8 GB RAM", "128 GB UFS 2.2 storage plus microSD", "Android 13", "Hall-effect sticks and analog triggers", "5000 mAh battery, about 6 hours (maker's figure)" ], "attributes": { "chip": "Unisoc T820", "ram": 8, "storage": 128, "screenSize": 4.7, "resolution": "1280×960", "os": "Android", "sticks": "Hall effect", "battery": 5000 } }, { "id": "flydigi-vader-5-pro", "name": "Flydigi Vader 5 Pro", "brand": "Flydigi", "category": { "id": "gamepads", "name": "Gamepads" }, "price": 80, "gist": "Premium wireless controller with adjustable Hall-effect sticks", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/gamepads/flydigi-vader-5-pro", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3hNcE4X", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/flydigi-vader-5-pro.CD2tWkLH_Z18LGd.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T12:04:46+02:00", "pros": [ "Hall-effect sticks with tension adjustable from 40 to 100 gf", "Triggers switch between linear analog travel and a micro-switch mode", "Detachable back paddles", "Flydigi's own testing puts lag at 3 ms wired and 4 ms wireless" ], "cons": [ "The charging dock is sold separately for $25–30", "Costs more than the Vader 4 Pro, so it's a premium pick", "We found no independent lag or stick-accuracy tests yet" ], "specs": [ "Hall-effect sticks with adjustable tension", "Dual-mode triggers (linear analog or micro-switch)", "Detachable back paddles", "Lag figures from the maker: 3 ms wired, 4 ms wireless" ], "attributes": { "platforms": [ "PC", "Switch", "Android", "iOS" ], "connections": [ "wired", "2.4 GHz", "bluetooth" ], "sticks": "Hall effect", "rearButtons": true } }, { "id": "kiwi-ears-belle", "name": "Kiwi Ears Belle", "brand": "Kiwi Ears", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 25, "gist": "Compact wired earphones with tight, plentiful bass", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/kiwi-ears-belle", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3TjusE7", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/kiwi-ears-belle.DwSMe8lb_ZwoiTt.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Tight, well-controlled bass with plenty of it, without drowning the rest", "Very small shell that suits smaller ears", "Premium-feeling build for the price: metal faceplate on a resin body", "Optional cables with a microphone, analog or USB-C" ], "cons": [ "Mids and treble can sound bright and a little dry", "Detail is good for the price but not top-tier", "Soundstage is about average", "Bare accessories in the box" ], "specs": [ "One 10 mm dynamic driver with a DLC diaphragm per side", "Impedance 32 Ω, sensitivity 103 dB (at 1 kHz); a phone drives it, a dongle helps", "Resin shell with a CNC-machined metal faceplate, about 3 g per earpiece", "Detachable cable with a 0.78 mm 2-pin connector; 3.5 mm plug (3.5 mm with microphone and USB-C with microphone also sold)", "Colors: black, or clear resin with a silver faceplate", "Released early 2026" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2026, "driverCount": 1, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "impedance": 32, "connector": "0.78 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Resin with metal faceplate", "weight": 3, "colors": [ "Black", "Clear with silver faceplate" ] } }, { "id": "kiwi-ears-cadenza-ii", "name": "Kiwi Ears Cadenza II", "brand": "Kiwi Ears", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 45, "gist": "Warm, smooth wired earphones with a titanium driver", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/kiwi-ears-cadenza-ii", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c44PrEfd", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/kiwi-ears-cadenza-ii.Dxprmnrr_1IdMDW.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T12:04:46+02:00", "pros": [ "Smooth, relaxed treble that doesn't tire you out", "Warm, full mids that suit vocals", "More sub-bass than mid-bass, so bass is deep without muddying the mids", "Sturdier shell and a better braided cable than the original Cadenza" ], "cons": [ "Detail and dynamics are decent but not class-leading", "Soundstage and imaging are good for the price, not standout", "The laid-back tuning can feel mellow if you want bite", "Slightly larger shell than the original" ], "specs": [ "One 10 mm dynamic driver (titanium-coated PET diaphragm) per side", "Impedance 18 Ω, sensitivity 106 dB (at 1 kHz); easy to drive from a phone", "Frequency response 10 Hz to 29 kHz (maker's figure)", "Polycarbonate shell with an aluminum faceplate", "Detachable 1.2 m braided cable with a 0.78 mm 2-pin connector, 3.5 mm plug", "Six pairs of silicone ear tips in the box", "Released early 2026" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2026, "driverCount": 1, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "impedance": 18, "sensitivityDbV": 106, "frequencyLow": 10, "frequencyHigh": 29000, "connector": "0.78 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Polycarbonate with aluminum faceplate" } }, { "id": "trimui-brick-pro", "name": "TrimUI Brick Pro", "brand": "TrimUI", "category": { "id": "handhelds", "name": "Retro handhelds" }, "price": 79, "gist": "Bigger-screen Brick with analog sticks and a larger battery", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/handhelds/trimui-brick-pro", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3RjYgWb", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/trimui-brick-pro.DS4E-Lze_n6m5d.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Bigger, sharp 3.95-inch 1024x768 screen with a good pixel density", "Two Hall effect analog sticks, which the original Brick lacks", "5000 mAh battery, a big step up from the Brick's 3000 mAh", "Easy stock software, and custom firmware support (KNULLI, CrossMix)" ], "cons": [ "Same modest chip and 1 GB RAM as the Brick: PS1 is a comfortable ceiling", "N64 and PSP are weak, and GameCube and PS2 are out", "Larger than the Brick, so less of a pocket device", "Reviewers note low-quality speakers and sticks that mark the shell" ], "specs": [ "3.95-inch IPS screen, 1024x768, 4:3, 60 Hz, about 324 ppi, non-touch", "Allwinner A133P chip at 1.8 GHz, PowerVR GE8300 graphics, 1 GB RAM", "8 GB internal storage plus microSD", "5000 mAh battery, USB-C charging (5V/2A)", "Two Hall effect analog sticks, 16 buttons including L3 and R3", "Wi-Fi 4 and Bluetooth 4.2; USB-C video output; 3.5 mm headphone jack; stereo speakers", "Linux with TrimUI's own firmware; KNULLI and CrossMix are community options", "Colors: black, white, grey", "Released mid-2026" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2026, "chip": "Allwinner A133P", "ram": 1, "storage": 8, "screenSize": 3.95, "resolution": "1024×768", "os": "Linux", "bluetooth": 4.2, "hdmiOut": true, "sticks": "Hall effect", "battery": 5000, "colors": [ "Black", "White", "Grey" ] } }, { "id": "simgot-eg280", "name": "SIMGOT EG280", "brand": "SIMGOT", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 72, "gist": "Gaming-tuned earphones with a planar tweeter and USB-C dongle", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/simgot-eg280", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3H1TKPl", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/simgot-eg280.DdYc6-M-_1xitcA.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Wide, open sound with precise positioning, good for footsteps in competitive games", "Fast, detailed treble from the planar tweeter, rare at this price", "Tight, clean bass", "Long 1.7 m detachable cable and a good choice of ear tips" ], "cons": [ "Dry, slightly brittle sound that suits vocals and warm music less", "Modest bass quantity", "The bundled USB-C dongle is decent but not powerful, and tuning means picking a preset", "Treble can sound sharp on harsh recordings" ], "specs": [ "One 10 mm dynamic driver (LCP diaphragm) and one 6 mm planar tweeter per side", "Impedance 32 Ω, sensitivity 119 dB/Vrms", "Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz", "Semi-transparent smoke resin shell with a metal faceplate", "Detachable 1.7 m OFC cable with a 0.78 mm 2-pin connector", "USB-C DAC dongle with FPS and MOBA presets (maker's bundle; check which variant you buy)", "Released 2026" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2026, "driverCount": 2, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic", "planar" ], "impedance": 32, "sensitivityDbV": 119, "frequencyLow": 20, "frequencyHigh": 20000, "connector": "0.78 mm 2-pin", "shell": "Resin with metal faceplate" } }, { "id": "anbernic-rg-sp", "name": "Anbernic RG SP", "brand": "Anbernic", "category": { "id": "handhelds", "name": "Retro handhelds" }, "price": 73, "gist": "Slim GBA SP-style clamshell for Game Boy and 8/16-bit games", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/handhelds/anbernic-rg-sp", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4L8H4JV", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg-sp.DMs7dWbz_Z47Mgy.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Slim clamshell that closes to pocket size, with a bright 3.4-inch screen", "Plays Game Boy, GBC and GBA without issues, plus NES, SNES and Genesis", "Four colors and HDMI output for a TV", "Light, about 168 g" ], "cons": [ "No analog sticks, so N64, PSP and other 3D games are poor", "Only 1 GB of RAM, so some heavy games struggle", "Practically the same as other H700 handhelds, so it's a design pick more than a leap in power", "Prices vary by seller and storage size" ], "specs": [ "Allwinner H700 chip at 1.5 GHz, 1 GB DDR3 RAM", "3.4-inch IPS screen, 720x480, laminated", "microSD storage (16, 64 or 128 GB depending on the bundle)", "3300 mAh battery, about 4 to 6 hours", "No analog sticks; D-pad and face buttons", "Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2; USB-C and HDMI output", "Linux-based Anbernic firmware", "About 168 g, 83 x 82 x 24 mm", "Colors: Platinum, Graphite, Pearl Blue, Pearl Pink", "Released August 2026" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2026, "chip": "Allwinner H700", "ram": 1, "screenSize": 3.4, "resolution": "720×480", "os": "Linux", "bluetooth": 4.2, "hdmiOut": true, "battery": 3300, "weight": 168, "colors": [ "Platinum", "Graphite", "Pearl Blue", "Pearl Pink" ] } }, { "id": "anbernic-rg-rotate", "name": "Anbernic RG Rotate", "brand": "Anbernic", "category": { "id": "handhelds", "name": "Retro handhelds" }, "price": 89, "gist": "Square-screen Android handheld with a rotating screen", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/handhelds/anbernic-rg-rotate", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c2vJ0SoX", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/anbernic-rg-rotate.aImkGw_h_ZAITl5.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Crisp, bright 3.5-inch square screen that suits Game Boy, PICO-8, NES and SNES", "Rotating screen design, about the size of a GBA SP when closed", "Android 12 with the Play Store, so it also works as a music player", "Clicky D-pad and precise buttons" ], "cons": [ "No analog sticks, so N64 and PSP are poor", "No 3.5 mm headphone jack", "Single speaker on the back, and middling 2000 mAh battery", "Silver aluminum version costs about $20 more" ], "specs": [ "Unisoc T618 octa-core chip, 3 GB RAM, 32 GB storage", "3.5-inch IPS screen, 720x720, 1:1, about 290 ppi", "2000 mAh battery, about 5 hours", "Android 12 with the Play Store", "Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0; one USB-C port, no 3.5 mm jack", "No analog sticks; D-pad and face buttons, with L2/R2 in the box", "About 167 g (black), 204 g (aluminum)", "Colors: Polar Black (plastic with painted aluminum frame), Aurora Silver (all aluminum)", "Released May 2026" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2026, "chip": "Unisoc T618", "ram": 3, "storage": 32, "screenSize": 3.5, "resolution": "720×720", "os": "Android", "bluetooth": 5, "battery": 2000, "colors": [ "Polar Black", "Aurora Silver" ] } }, { "id": "simgot-ea1000", "name": "SIMGOT EA1000 Fermat", "brand": "SIMGOT", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 219, "gist": "All-metal dynamic-driver earphones with a passive radiator and swappable nozzles", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/simgot-ea1000", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3Y3Ace7", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/simgot-ea1000.CYWWW7WH_zvHNf.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Superb technical performance: wide, holographic soundstage and class-leading resolution", "Tight, fast bass with natural decay from the passive radiator", "Three swappable nozzles that genuinely shift vocal presence and treble balance", "Mirror-finished CNC stainless-steel shells with crystal faceplates" ], "cons": [ "Energetic treble that can sound bright or sharp to treble-sensitive ears", "Lower mids can feel lean if you prefer thick, warm vocals", "Heavy metal shells (11 g per side)", "Cable terminates in a fixed 3.5 mm plug with no modular 4.4 mm balance option" ], "specs": [ "One 10 mm dynamic driver (sputtered purple-gold diaphragm) and one 6 mm passive radiator per side", "Impedance 16 Ω, sensitivity 127 dB/Vrms (easy to drive from a phone or dongle)", "Frequency response 10 Hz to 50 kHz (effective 20 Hz to 20 kHz)", "CNC stainless-steel shells with transparent crystal faceplates", "Three pairs of swappable tuning nozzles (one brass, two stainless steel)", "Detachable silver-plated OFC Litz cable with a 0.78 mm 2-pin connector, 3.5 mm plug", "Weight ~11 g per earpiece", "Released late 2023" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2023, "driverCount": 1, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "impedance": 16, "sensitivityDbV": 127, "frequencyLow": 10, "frequencyHigh": 50000, "connector": "0.78 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Stainless steel", "weight": 11 } }, { "id": "kz-zs10-pro-x", "name": "KZ ZS10 Pro X", "brand": "KZ", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 30, "gist": "Hybrid five-driver earphones with punchy bass and detailed highs", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/kz-zs10-pro-x", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c2ye89kT", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/kz-zs10-pro-x.CHpjMzWR_1d8JCj.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Ten drivers total (1 DD + 4 BAs per side) for a low budget price", "Punchy, deep bass that gives energy to pop, rock and electronic tracks", "Crisp, airy treble with plenty of micro-detail", "Durable zinc-alloy faceplates with clear resin shells" ], "cons": [ "V-shaped tuning pushes the midrange and vocals back", "Treble can sound sharp or fatiguing on bright tracks", "Chunky earpieces can feel large in smaller ears", "Uses KZ's proprietary 0.75 mm QDC 2-pin connector rather than standard 0.78 mm" ], "specs": [ "One 10 mm dynamic driver and four balanced armature drivers per side (two 50024 and two 30019)", "Impedance 29 Ω, sensitivity 112 dB/mW (easy to drive from a phone)", "Frequency response 20 Hz to 40 kHz", "Zinc-alloy faceplate with translucent resin cavity", "Detachable silver-plated flat cable with a 0.75 mm 2-pin connector (QDC type), 3.5 mm plug", "Weight ~32 g total (including cable)", "Released late 2022" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2022, "driverCount": 5, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic", "balanced armature" ], "impedance": 29, "sensitivityDbMw": 112, "frequencyLow": 20, "frequencyHigh": 40000, "connector": "0.75 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Resin with zinc-alloy faceplate" } }, { "id": "tangzu-waner-sg-ii-red-lion", "name": "TANGZU Wan'er S.G II Red Lion", "brand": "TANGZU", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 21, "gist": "Bass-boosted wired earphones with ruby-red shells", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/tangzu-waner-sg-ii-red-lion", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3JlhgN1", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/tangzu-waner-sg-ii-red-lion.B3vn5A2l_2jbNSX.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Punchy, deep bass tuning inspired by traditional lion dance drumming", "Striking translucent ruby-red resin shells with custom lion faceplates", "Bundles Tangzu's premium Tang Sancai silicone eartips", "Smooth, fatigue-free treble that remains comfortable over long sessions", "Easy to drive straight from a smartphone or basic dongle" ], "cons": [ "Elevated bass can slightly soften micro-detail in the lower midrange", "Warm, fun tuning rather than neutral or analytical monitoring", "Soundstage width and spatial separation are fairly intimate" ], "specs": [ "10 mm dynamic driver with PET diaphragm and acoustic bass chamber", "Impedance 20 Ω (±20% @ 1 kHz), sensitivity 113.5 dB (±3 dB @ 1 kHz)", "Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz", "Translucent ruby-red resin housing with lion-dance faceplate art", "Detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin silver-plated oxygen-free copper cable, 3.5 mm plug", "Includes Tang Sancai wide-bore silicone eartips", "Weight ~4.5 g per earpiece", "Released late 2024" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2024, "driverCount": 1, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "impedance": 20, "frequencyLow": 20, "frequencyHigh": 20000, "connector": "0.78 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Resin", "weight": 4.5 } }, { "id": "kz-vibe-x", "name": "KZ Vibe X", "brand": "KZ", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 36, "gist": "Dual-driver earphones with tactile physical bass vibration", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/kz-vibe-x", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3Nm7YlZ", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/kz-vibe-x.Qa31uK-u_1Vj89M.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Dedicated 13 mm vibration driver delivers tactile physical sub-bass rumble", "10 mm Zenith dynamic driver keeps vocals and instruments clear", "Independent acoustic division prevents bass from muddying the midrange", "Wide, immersive soundstage well suited for gaming and action movies", "Stylized bionic mesh metal faceplates with comfortable resin shells" ], "cons": [ "Tactile rumble depends heavily on track mastering having sub-20 Hz content", "Visceral, fun novelty tuning rather than a neutral reference curve", "Earpieces are relatively thick to house both large drivers" ], "specs": [ "Dual drivers per side: 13 mm ultra-low frequency vibration driver + 10 mm Zenith dynamic driver", "Impedance 20 Ω, sensitivity 107 dB", "Frequency response 20 Hz to 40 kHz (tactile sub-bass extension down to ~5 Hz)", "Metal bionic mesh grille faceplates with ergonomic resin cavities", "Detachable recessed 0.78 mm 2-pin silver-plated cable (1.2 m), 3.5 mm plug", "Easy to drive from smartphones, laptops, and basic DAC dongles", "Released early 2026" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2026, "driverCount": 2, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "impedance": 20, "frequencyLow": 20, "frequencyHigh": 40000, "connector": "0.78 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Resin with metal faceplate" } }, { "id": "moondrop-dark-saber", "name": "MOONDROP Dark Saber", "brand": "Moondrop", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 800, "gist": "Ten-driver flagship hybrid earphones with carbon fiber faceplates", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/moondrop-dark-saber", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c2w2BNox", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/moondrop-dark-saber.BysBrx_x_4P4wq.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Ten drivers per side (2 DD + 8 BA) deliver reference-grade resolution and separation", "Horizontally opposed dual 10 mm dynamic drivers (H.O.D.D.U.S.) provide tight, textured sub-bass", "Aerospace-grade forged carbon fiber faceplates with medical-grade resin shells", "Modular cable system with swappable single-ended and balanced termination plugs", "Refined tuning following Moondrop's VDSF target with smooth, fatigue-free highs" ], "cons": [ "Flagship $800 price tag sits well above typical Chi-Fi budget brackets", "Chunky earpieces needed to fit ten acoustic drivers per ear", "Very high sensitivity (128 dB/Vrms) can reveal noise floor on budget DACs" ], "specs": [ "10-driver hybrid configuration: 2 dynamic drivers (10 mm H.O.D.D.U.S.) + 8 balanced armatures (4 custom mid BAs + 4 Knowles SWFK treble BAs)", "Impedance 22 Ω (±15% @ 1 kHz), sensitivity 128 dB/Vrms (@ 1 kHz)", "Frequency response 7 Hz to 41 kHz (effective 20 Hz to 20 kHz)", "Handcrafted forged carbon fiber faceplates with medical-grade resin acoustic chamber", "Detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin modular silver-plated copper cable with swappable 3.5 mm and 4.4 mm plugs", "High sensitivity makes it easy to power, but pairs best with a low-noise source", "Released late 2023" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2023, "driverCount": 10, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic", "balanced armature" ], "impedance": 22, "sensitivityDbV": 128, "frequencyLow": 7, "frequencyHigh": 41000, "connector": "0.78 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm", "4.4 mm" ], "shell": "Medical-grade resin with carbon fiber faceplate" } }, { "id": "kz-gale", "name": "KZ Gale", "brand": "KZ", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 11, "gist": "Ultra-budget gaming earphones with spatial bass tuning", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/kz-gale", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3JO8QfN", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/kz-gale.D7vJfPZJ_FRURj.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Punchy, responsive bass tuned for gaming sound effects and footsteps", "Extremely affordable entry-level price around $11", "Lightweight, ergonomic shells that avoid fatigue during marathon gaming sessions", "Detachable 0.75 mm 2-pin cable allows easy replacement", "Drives effortlessly straight from a console gamepad, phone, or laptop" ], "cons": [ "Bass-heavy, V-shaped tuning is not intended for reference music listening", "All-plastic shell feels modest compared to alloy-bodied budget alternatives", "Treble can lean slightly splashy on bright recordings" ], "specs": [ "Single 10 mm super-linear dynamic driver", "Impedance 24 Ω, sensitivity 107 dB/mW @ 1 kHz", "Frequency response 10 Hz to 20 kHz", "Lightweight ergonomic plastic resin housing with over-ear fit", "Detachable 0.75 mm 2-pin silver-plated cable (1.2 m), 3.5 mm plug", "Easy to drive directly from game controllers, laptops, and basic phone dongles", "Released mid 2025" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2025, "driverCount": 1, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "impedance": 24, "sensitivityDbMw": 107, "frequencyLow": 10, "frequencyHigh": 20000, "connector": "0.75 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Plastic resin" } }, { "id": "fiio-jh13", "name": "FiiO JH13", "brand": "FiiO", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 40, "gist": "Three-driver hybrid earphones with natural zebrawood faceplates", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/fiio-jh13", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4FPv36J", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/fiio-jh13.D5J5lPXH_Z1IOniv.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Three-driver hybrid setup (1 DD + 2 BAs) provides deep bass and airy treble", "Handcrafted genuine zebrawood faceplates give each earpiece a unique grain", "Asymmetrical dual-magnetic 10 mm dynamic driver delivers clean, punchy low end", "Pressure-relief acoustic design prevents ear pressure during extended sessions", "Very easy to drive straight from any smartphone, laptop, or budget dongle" ], "cons": [ "Warm, consumer-friendly V-shaped tuning rather than flat studio monitoring", "Upper treble can occasionally sound energetic on aggressive recordings", "Semi-translucent resin body feels light compared to full metal designs" ], "specs": [ "Triple-driver hybrid setup: 1 custom 10 mm dynamic driver + 2 custom balanced armatures per side", "Impedance 24 Ω, sensitivity 110 dB/mW", "Frequency response 10 Hz to 40 kHz", "Genuine zebrawood faceplates with ergonomic semi-translucent resin cavities", "Detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin high-purity oxygen-free copper cable, 3.5 mm plug", "Built-in acoustic pressure relief vent for all-day comfort", "High efficiency makes it simple to power from phones, game controllers, or basic dongles", "Released 2024" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2024, "driverCount": 3, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic", "balanced armature" ], "impedance": 24, "sensitivityDbMw": 110, "frequencyLow": 10, "frequencyHigh": 40000, "connector": "0.78 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Resin with zebrawood faceplate" } }, { "id": "7hz-g1", "name": "7Hz G1", "brand": "7Hz", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 35, "gist": "Dual-cavity DLC dynamic driver earphones for gaming and music", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/7hz-g1", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3vcsezv", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/7hz-g1.BRJz1pJH_Z1xIvD1.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Custom 10 mm dual-cavity dynamic driver with high-flux N52 neodymium magnets", "Diamond-like carbon (DLC) diaphragm delivers fast transient speed and low distortion", "Balanced frequency response following the Harman target curve with transparent mids", "Compact, low-profile ergonomic aluminum housing comfortable enough for sleeping", "Detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin oxygen-free copper twisted cable with inline microphone option" ], "cons": [ "Harman-oriented bass profile may feel too polite for hardcore bassheads", "Minimalist all-metal industrial design lacks decorative or artistic faceplates", "Included cable has fixed single-ended termination without modular plugs" ], "specs": [ "Flagship 10 mm dual-cavity, dual-magnetic dynamic driver with Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) diaphragm", "High-flux N52 neodymium magnet assembly for fast transient recovery and controlled dynamics", "Impedance 18 Ω, sensitivity 107 dB/V@1kHz", "Frequency response 10 Hz – 20,000 Hz with low total harmonic distortion (<0.5%)", "Precision-engineered aluminum alloy shells with flush, ergonomic fit suitable for sleeping", "Detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin twisted oxygen-free copper (OFC) cable with 3.5 mm gold-plated plug", "Clean directional staging and pin-point instrument separation suited for music and gaming", "Released late 2024" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2024, "driverCount": 1, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "impedance": 18, "sensitivityDbV": 107, "frequencyLow": 10, "frequencyHigh": 20000, "connector": "0.78 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Aluminum alloy" } }, { "id": "kz-taurus", "name": "KZ Taurus", "brand": "KZ", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 25, "gist": "Horizontal dual dynamic driver earphones with electronic crossover", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/kz-taurus", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3NioEfl", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/kz-taurus.CxmIW4HT_Z1tIkt2.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Innovative horizontal dual 8 mm dynamic driver layout with dedicated low-frequency driver", "Professional electronic crossover divides bass, midrange, and treble for distinct layering", "Horizontal sound conduit geometry minimizes transmission loss to maximize clarity", "Ultra-lightweight ergonomic resin shells provide fatigue-free long-session comfort", "Detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin silver-plated cable compatible with Bluetooth ear hook adapters" ], "cons": [ "Tuning prioritizes clarity and upper mids over sub-bass rumble, unlike basshead models", "All-resin plastic construction feels lightweight compared to zinc or aluminum shells", "Energetic upper treble can emphasize sibilance on compressed or bright tracks" ], "specs": [ "Horizontal dual dynamic driver configuration: two high-performance 8 mm dynamic drivers", "Dedicated low-frequency dynamic driver paired with electronic crossover circuitry", "Impedance 36 Ω, sensitivity 105 dB/mW @ 1 kHz", "Broad frequency response from 20 Hz to 40,000 Hz", "Direct horizontal sound conduit reduces internal acoustic reflection and loss", "Lightweight ergonomic translucent resin housing available in translucent black, crystal, and white", "Detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin silver-plated cable (1.2 m) with 3.5 mm termination", "Compatible with KZ wireless Bluetooth ear hooks (AZ09, AZ15, AZ20)", "Released 2025" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2025, "driverCount": 2, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "impedance": 36, "sensitivityDbMw": 105, "frequencyLow": 20, "frequencyHigh": 40000, "connector": "0.78 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Resin", "colors": [ "Translucent black", "Crystal", "White" ] } }, { "id": "kz-decet", "name": "KZ Decet", "brand": "KZ", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 39, "gist": "Ten-driver dynamic earphones with five dynamic drivers per side", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/kz-decet", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3ixqDcx", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/kz-decet.gibQ_8ru_hXKt0.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Ambitious 10-driver acoustic setup featuring five dynamic drivers per side in a dual-sided array", "Dual 8 mm internal-magnetic drivers produce deep, physical sub-bass rumble and impact", "Three 6 mm dynamic drivers deliver clear midrange vocals and extended treble sparkle", "Integrated three-way electronic crossover prevents acoustic distortion and driver masking", "Zinc alloy faceplates with mechanical bolt detailing and 3D-printed acoustic cavity" ], "cons": [ "Substantial shell volume needed to house five dynamic drivers may feel bulky in smaller ears", "Energetic V-shaped sound signature emphasizes bass slam over flat studio neutrality", "Recessed 0.75 mm 2-pin connector limits third-party cable swaps to QDC-style plugs" ], "specs": [ "Ten-driver all-dynamic configuration: 5 dynamic drivers per side (10 drivers total)", "Dual 8 mm ultra-wideband internal magnetic dynamic drivers for sub-bass and mid-bass", "Triple 6 mm high-performance dynamic drivers for articulate midrange and detailed highs", "Dedicated 3-way electronic crossover circuit and independent sound output channels", "Frequency response 20 Hz to 40,000 Hz", "Impedance 15 Ω (Standard version) / 17 Ω (Tuning version), sensitivity 102–105 dB", "Robust zinc alloy faceplates with high-precision 3D-printed resin cavities", "Detachable 0.75 mm 2-pin silver-plated cable (1.2 m) with 3.5 mm gold-plated plug", "Released early 2025" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2025, "driverCount": 5, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "frequencyLow": 20, "frequencyHigh": 40000, "connector": "0.75 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "3D-printed resin with zinc alloy faceplate" } }, { "id": "kz-axas", "name": "KZ Axas", "brand": "KZ", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 13, "gist": "FPS gaming in-ear monitors tuned for positional spatial audio", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/kz-axas", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c35coOaT", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/kz-axas.C-SQlSp9_Z22sKDp.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Self-developed high-sensitivity micro dynamic driver engineered to suppress split vibration", "Tuned specifically for FPS gaming to isolate footsteps, gunshot cues, and reload sounds", "Ultra-lightweight resin shells with mirror-finish faceplates eliminate fatigue during long sessions", "Custom liquid silicone ear tips provide comfortable sealing and passive noise isolation", "Detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin silver-plated cable allows easy replacement or microphone upgrades", "High sensitivity (107 dB) drives effortlessly from standard PC jacks, laptops, and gamepads" ], "cons": [ "Gaming-oriented tuning focuses on positional clarity over reference midrange neutrality", "Mirror-finish faceplates readily pick up fingerprints and minor handling marks", "Stock silver-plated cable is thin and tangle-prone" ], "specs": [ "Self-developed high-sensitivity micro dynamic driver with anti-split-vibration composite diaphragm", "Acoustic tuning optimized for competitive FPS gaming and spatial positional awareness", "Frequency response 10 Hz to 20,000 Hz", "Impedance 20 Ω, sensitivity 107 dB/mW @ 1 kHz", "Ultra-lightweight resin chamber with mirror-finish soundwave faceplate", "Ergonomic over-ear design with custom liquid silicone ear tips", "Detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin silver-plated cable (1.2 m) with 3.5 mm gold-plated plug", "Effortlessly driven directly from laptops, PC audio jacks, and console gamepads", "Released early 2025" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2025, "driverCount": 1, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "impedance": 20, "sensitivityDbMw": 107, "frequencyLow": 10, "frequencyHigh": 20000, "connector": "0.78 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Resin" } }, { "id": "cvj-vivian", "name": "CVJ Vivian", "brand": "CVJ", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 18, "gist": "Warm budget earphones with punchy bass and gothic faceplates", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/cvj-vivian", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4O0VExl", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/cvj-vivian.Bgkc2qQ5_2dxC57.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "10 mm dual-magnetic dynamic driver delivers punchy, physical sub-bass rumble", "Warm, fun V-shaped tuning that avoids harsh treble spikes or sibilance", "Distinctive CNC-textured metal faceplate with dark gothic typography", "Lightweight smoked resin shell provides a comfortable, fatigue-free fit", "Detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin braided cable allows simple swapping or upgrades", "Drives easily directly from console gamepads, laptops, and phone dongles" ], "cons": [ "Bass-forward tuning produces minor low-end bleed into the lower midrange", "Smooth treble lacks upper-end sparkle and analytical micro-detail", "Bundled cable and silicone ear tips are basic budget-grade accessories" ], "specs": [ "10 mm dual-magnetic dynamic driver with composite-resin diaphragm", "Warm V-shaped acoustic tuning with emphasized sub-bass and smooth highs", "Frequency response 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz", "Impedance 22 Ω (±15%), sensitivity 95 dB", "Ergonomic smoked resin shell with CNC-textured anodized metal faceplate", "Detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin braided cable (1.2 m) with 3.5 mm gold-plated plug", "Compact, lightweight fit with passive acoustic noise isolation", "Easy to drive from smartphones, gamepads, laptops, and basic audio dongles", "Released late 2024" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2024, "driverCount": 1, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "impedance": 22, "frequencyLow": 20, "frequencyHigh": 20000, "connector": "0.78 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Resin with metal faceplate" } }, { "id": "kz-edz", "name": "KZ EDZ", "brand": "KZ", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 12, "gist": "EDX series collector's edition earphones with ultra-wideband dynamic driver", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/kz-edz", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3WXvw2x", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/kz-edz.BylV-TCx_1kAd0h.webp" ], "dateModified": "2026-10-27T11:47:18+02:00", "pros": [ "Self-developed ultra-wideband dynamic driver covers 7 Hz to 45 kHz with fast transients", "Dual damping system (nozzle damper and metal filter) tames harsh high-frequency peaks", "Collector's edition tuning refines the EDX legacy with punchy bass and clean vocal clarity", "Ergonomic resin housing with gold-accented metal faceplate inlays", "Detachable 0.75 mm 2-pin silver-plated cable allows easy replacement", "High sensitivity (107 dB) drives effortlessly from phones, laptops, and gamepads" ], "cons": [ "Stock accessories are minimal, shipping with standard silicone tips and a basic cable", "Soundstage presentation is intimate rather than expansive", "Engaging, energetic V-shaped tuning favors pop and rock over reference neutrality" ], "specs": [ "Self-developed ultra-wideband, long-excursion dynamic driver", "Dual-stage acoustic damping system with nozzle damper and metal sound filter", "Frequency response 7 Hz to 45,000 Hz", "Impedance 24 Ω, sensitivity 107 dB/mW @ 1 kHz", "Ergonomic transparent resin cavity with inlaid metal faceplates", "Detachable 0.75 mm 2-pin silver-plated dual-parallel cable (1.2 m) with 3.5 mm plug", "Over-ear ergonomic contour with memory ear hooks and passive noise isolation", "Released early 2025" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2025, "driverCount": 1, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "impedance": 24, "sensitivityDbMw": 107, "frequencyLow": 7, "frequencyHigh": 45000, "connector": "0.75 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm" ], "shell": "Resin with metal faceplate" } }, { "id": "moondrop-harmon", "name": "MOONDROP Harmon", "brand": "Moondrop", "category": { "id": "iem", "name": "Earphones" }, "price": 350, "gist": "Triple dynamic driver earphones with isobaric sub-bass and glass-dome treble", "url": "https://chi-fi.top/iem/moondrop-harmon", "aliexpressUrl": "https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4oQB8WL", "images": [ "https://chi-fi.top/_astro/moondrop-harmon.DopHByos_2fwJEB.webp" ], "dateModified": 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glass-dome mid-treble driver", "Coaxial four-cavity frequency crossover acoustic structure", "Frequency response 10 Hz to 60,000 Hz (effective 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz)", "Impedance 19 Ω ± 15% (@ 1 kHz), sensitivity 114 dB/Vrms (@ 1 kHz)", "Total harmonic distortion (THD) ≤ 0.1% (@ 1 kHz, 94 dB)", "High-precision 3D-printed medical resin shell with faceted CNC-machined metal faceplates", "Detachable 0.78 mm 2-pin modular silver-plated cable with swappable 3.5 mm and 4.4 mm plugs", "Bundled leatherette storage case and assorted silicone ear tips", "Released early 2025" ], "attributes": { "releaseYear": 2025, "driverCount": 3, "driverTypes": [ "dynamic" ], "impedance": 19, "sensitivityDbV": 114, "frequencyLow": 10, "frequencyHigh": 60000, "connector": "0.78 mm 2-pin", "plugs": [ "3.5 mm", "4.4 mm" ], "shell": "3D-printed resin with metal faceplate" } } ] }