Wired IEMs
EPZ K5
58Average
$120
Full review dataEPZ K5 vs Letshuoer S12 Ultra: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Letshuoer S12 Ultra comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 83. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Letshuoer S12 Ultra - Outstanding overall at around $169.
Wired IEMs
Letshuoer S12 Ultra
83Outstanding
$170
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Letshuoer S12 Ultra leads on 3 of 4 measures.
- EPZ K5
- Letshuoer S12 Ultra
HearWiki score
58
83
Sound
6.5
8.6
Value
6.7
8.9
Price (USD)
$120
$170
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?
Same generation
The Letshuoer S12 Ultra is 2 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.
- K52023
- S12 Ultra20252 yr newer
Specifications
K5S12 Ultra
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $120
- $170
- HearWiki score
- 58
- 83
- Released
- 2023
- 2025
- Availability
- Discontinued
- Sold new
- Driver
- 1DD + 4BA hybrid
- 1 planar magnetic
- Driver type
- hybrid
- planar
- Driver configuration
- 1DD + 4BA
- 1 planar magnetic
- Driver size
- -
- 14.8 mm
- Drivers per side
- 5
- 1
- Impedance
- -
- 16 Ω
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- -
- Connector
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
- -
What reviewers said
EPZ K5
This wired hybrid earphone pairs a single dynamic driver with four balanced-armature units to deliver a crisp, detailed sound while keeping a musical, engaging character. It's built for everyday and extended listening, offering a balanced tuning that suits those who want clarity without sacrificing warmth. Detachable 2-pin cables add versatility for upgrades or replacements.
- Pro:Detailed and clear sound signature
- Pro:Warm, musical tuning for long sessions
- Pro:Hybrid 5-driver setup for good separation
- Con:No noise cancellation for noisy environments
- Con:May require a good source to shine
- Con:Fit might not suit all ear shapes
Letshuoer S12 Ultra
The Letshuoer S12 Ultra is a wired in-ear monitor built around a single 14.8mm planar magnetic driver housed in a lightweight aluminum shell. It delivers the signature planar sound of the S12 line—fast, detailed, and punchy—in a refreshed design aimed at hi-fi enthusiasts. With a low 16-ohm impedance, it pairs easily with most sources, though it lacks any active noise cancellation.
- Pro:Fast, detailed planar sound with strong dynamics
- Pro:Lightweight and sturdy aluminum-alloy build
- Pro:Easy to drive thanks to low impedance
- Con:No noise cancellation or isolation features
- Con:Planar timbre may not suit all listeners
- Con:Cable and accessories are basic for the price
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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