Wired IEMs
AKG N5005
84Great
$285
Full review dataAKG N5005 vs Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020 - Outstanding overall at around $713.
Wired IEMs
Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020
86Outstanding
$713
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
AKG N5005
Sound9.0
Battery6.0
Value6.5
Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020
Sound9.0
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | AKG N5005 | Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wired IEMs | Wired IEMs |
| Price (USD) | $285 | $713 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 86 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2018 | 2020 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 1 dynamic + 4 balanced armature | 5 balanced armature drivers |
| Driver size | 9.2 mm | - |
| Drivers per side | 5 | 5 |
| Frequency response | 10Hz-40kHz | 10Hz-28kHz |
| Impedance | 18 Ω | 6.375 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 116 dB/mW | 123 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 4.1 | - |
| Codecs | AptX, SBC | - |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 8 h | - |
| Full charge time | 120 min | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | No |
| Controls | - | none |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 11.4 g | - |
| Detachable cable | Yes | Yes |
| USB-C | - | No |
| Model code | - | Andromeda Emerald Sea |
What reviewers said
AKG N5005
The AKG N5005 is a premium hybrid in-ear monitor that pairs a dynamic driver with four balanced armatures for detailed, reference-grade sound. It offers versatile tuning options and a strong accessory set, though its wired-only connection and lack of noise cancellation may limit its appeal for some listeners. Priced around $199, it delivers high-end performance that rivals far more expensive models.
- Pro:Excellent clarity and detail retrieval
- Pro:Multiple tuning filters for sound customization
- Pro:Solid build quality with detachable cable
- Con:No wireless or noise-canceling support
- Con:Lacks aptX HD codec
- Con:Price may still feel steep for some
Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020
The Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020 is a premium five-driver balanced armature IEM that refines the original's signature with smoother, more coherent mids and improved treble. It delivers an expansive soundstage with excellent imaging and layering, though its low impedance and high sensitivity mean it demands a quality source to shine. A worthwhile update for both newcomers and existing fans, it excels in clarity and detail but has some limitations in bass texture.
- Pro:Cohesive and smooth midrange
- Pro:Excellent soundstage and imaging
- Pro:Strong, detailed treble
- Con:Requires a high-quality source
- Con:Limited bass texture and weight
- Con:No controls or ANC
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