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AKG K376 vs Sivga SM100: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Sivga SM100 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 78. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Sivga SM100 - Great overall at around $35.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

AKG K376
Sound7.0
Calls6.5
Value7.5
Sivga SM100
Sound8.0
Value8.5

Specifications

Specification comparison of AKG K376 vs Sivga SM100
SpecAKG K376Sivga SM100
TypeWired IEMsWired IEMs
Price (USD)$22$35
HearWiki score68 / 100 · Good78 / 100 · Great
Released20182026
Audio
DriverDynamicsingle dynamic driver, dual-chamber PU + sapphire-like ceramic composite diaphragm
Driver size9 mm10 mm
Drivers per side-1
Frequency response12Hz-24000Hz20Hz-40kHz
Impedance16 Ω27 Ω
Sensitivity120 dB/mW107 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth-none
Multipoint pairingNoNo
Features
Active noise cancellingNo-
Controlsbuttons-
Design
Weight22.7 g7 g
Water resistance-none
Detachable cable-Yes
USB-C-No
Calls
Microphones11

What reviewers said

AKG K376

The AKG K376 is a budget-friendly wired in-ear headphone that focuses on delivering solid everyday performance. It pairs a lightweight, compact design with a convenient single-button remote and microphone, making it a practical choice for calls and on-the-go listening. While its specifications are modest, it offers surprisingly respectable audio quality for the price.

  • Pro:Compact and lightweight design
  • Pro:Convenient in-line microphone and remote
  • Pro:Respectable sound quality for its price
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Limited controls with only a single button
  • Con:Modest technical specifications

Sivga SM100

The Sivga SM100 is a budget-friendly single-dynamic-driver IEM that punches above its price class with an open, cohesive sound signature. It delivers impressive detail retrieval and well-controlled bass for the cost, though it does compromise on sub-bass depth and top-end airiness. Overall, it's a solid pick for listeners who value clarity and balance over extreme extension.

  • Pro:Excellent clarity and detail for the price
  • Pro:Balanced, cohesive tuning with controlled bass
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable with detachable cable
  • Con:Sub-bass extension is limited
  • Con:Treble rolls off noticeably in the upper frequencies
  • Con:No wireless or multipoint connectivity options

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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