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FiiO FP3 vs Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the FiiO FP3 vs Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

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

Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red leads on 4 of 4 measures.

  • FiiO FP3
  • Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red
HearWiki score
-
82
Sound
-
8.1
Value
-
8.8
Price (USD)
$90
$65

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

FiiO FP3 (2024) against Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red (2023). These are 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.

  • FP320241 yr newer
  • x Crinacle Zero Red2023

Specifications

FP3x Crinacle Zero Red
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$90
$65
HearWiki score
Not scored
82
Released
2024
2023
Availability
Discontinued
Still sold new
Driver
14.5 mm planar magnetic
2DD
Driver type
planar
dynamic
Driver configuration
-
2DD
Driver size
14.5 mm
-
Drivers per side
1
2
Impedance
36 Ω
17.5 Ω
Sensitivity
105 dB/mW
-
Active noise cancelling
No
-
Weight
6.5 g
-
Detachable cable
Yes
-
USB-C
No
-
Connector
2-pin 0.78 mm
-

What reviewers said

FiiO FP3

The FiiO FP3 is a lightweight planar in-ear monitor built around a custom 14.5mm driver with an ultra-thin diaphragm, aiming for punchy lows and crisp highs. Its wooden faceplate options add a touch of natural style, while the detachable cable and low impedance make it easy to drive with most sources.

  • Pro:Detailed and extended treble response
  • Pro:Deep, impactful bass for a planar
  • Pro:Very lightweight at 6.5g
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Wired only, no USB-C or wireless options
  • Con:Requires a decent source due to 36-ohm impedance

Truthear x Crinacle Zero Red

This wired in-ear monitor pairs a 10 mm and a 7.8 mm dynamic driver in a dual-driver setup, tuned for a warm, natural sound signature. It’s designed to be comfortable for extended listening, making it a solid pick for those who prefer a relaxed, non-fatiguing presentation. With no ANC, it relies on passive isolation from its fit.

  • Pro:Warm, natural tuning for long sessions
  • Pro:Dual dynamic drivers for rich bass and detail
  • Pro:Comfortable fit for extended wear
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Requires a source with enough power (17.5 ohm impedance)
  • Con:Bulky shell may not suit small ears

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

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