
ASTRO Gaming A03 vs Cozoy D2: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Cozoy D2 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 81. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Score breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Cozoy D2 leads on 3 of 5 measures.
- ASTRO Gaming A03
- Cozoy D2
Generation & platform
The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?
The Cozoy D2 is 6 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price. For 6 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.
- A032020
- D220266 yr newer
Specifications
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $50
- $55
- HearWiki score
- 45
- 81
- Released
- 2020
- 2026
- Availability
- Discontinued
- Sold new
- Driver
- 2-driver hybrid
- 2DD
- Driver type
- hybrid
- dynamic
- Driver configuration
- -
- 2DD
- Driver size
- 5.8 mm
- -
- Drivers per side
- 2
- 2
- Frequency response
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- -
- Sound signature
- neutral
- -
- Impedance
- 16 Ω
- 20 Ω
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- -
- Controls
- buttons
- -
- Voice assistant
- No
- -
- Weight
- 20 g
- -
- USB-C
- No
- -
- Connector
- 3.5 mm
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
- Microphones
- 1
- -
What reviewers said
ASTRO Gaming A03
The Astro Gaming A03 is a wired in-ear monitor designed for gaming, featuring a dual-driver hybrid setup that delivers a broad, neutral sound across a wide range of devices via its 3.5mm connector. It offers solid build quality and versatile performance for both gaming and music, though its single inline microphone is a notable weak point for competitive use. With a lightweight 20g design and simple button controls, it serves as a practical, budget-friendly alternative to full-sized gaming headsets.
- Pro:Dual-driver hybrid design provides clear sound separation
- Pro:Broad compatibility with 3.5mm devices and consoles
- Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for extended sessions
- Con:Microphone quality is subpar for competitive play
- Con:Fit may not suit all ear shapes
- Con:Music performance is only average compared to dedicated IEMs
Cozoy D2
The Cozoy D2 is a budget-friendly wired IEM that pairs a 6 mm beryllium driver with a 10 mm graphene-composite driver for a dual-dynamic setup. It offers a flexible connection via a 2-pin 0.78 mm cable that includes swappable 3.5 mm and 4.4 mm plugs, catering to both standard and balanced sources. With a 20-ohm impedance, it's easy to drive from most devices.
- Pro:Dual-driver hybrid design for detailed sound
- Pro:Interchangeable 3.5 mm and 4.4 mm plugs
- Pro:Low impedance (20 ohms) for easy pairing
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Wired only, limiting portability
- Con:Budget build may not suit all users
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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