Wired IEMs
Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020
86Outstanding
$713
Full review dataCampfire Audio Andromeda 2020 vs Moondrop X: 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
Moondrop X
72Good
$360
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020
Sound9.0
Value6.5
Moondrop X
Sound7.5
Battery6.0
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | Campfire Audio Andromeda 2020 | Moondrop X |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wired IEMs | Wired IEMs |
| Price (USD) | $713 | $360 |
| HearWiki score | 86 / 100 · Outstanding | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2020 | 2021 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 5 balanced armature drivers | Hybrid dual driver |
| Driver size | - | 13 mm |
| Drivers per side | 5 | 6 |
| Frequency response | 10Hz-28kHz | 10Hz-24kHz |
| Impedance | 6.375 Ω | 14.5 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 123 dB/mW | 119 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | 5.x |
| Codecs | - | SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | - | 20 h |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | Yes |
| Controls | none | - |
| Design | ||
| Water resistance | - | IPX4 |
| Detachable cable | Yes | Yes |
| USB-C | No | Yes |
| Model code | Andromeda Emerald Sea | DUSK |
What reviewers said
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
Moondrop X
This hybrid dual-driver in-ear monitor combines a warm, easygoing sound signature with solid build quality and a generous accessory set, making it a comfortable pick for long listening sessions. It offers useful conveniences like USB-C charging and EQ presets, though its wireless performance is limited by basic SBC codec support and a lack of multipoint. While not the most technically impressive at its price, it delivers strong overall value, especially for fans of the themed design.
- Pro:Warm, non-fatiguing tuning
- Pro:Premium build and accessories
- Pro:Useful EQ presets
- Con:Bass quality is only average
- Con:Technical performance is not top-tier
- Con:App and firmware can be buggy
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