Wired IEMs
Hisenior Mega5EST
84Outstanding
$650
Full review dataHisenior Mega5EST vs Shanling MG800: which should you buy?
Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Hisenior Mega5EST vs Shanling MG800, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.
Wired IEMs
Shanling MG800
Not yet scored
$900
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Hisenior Mega5EST leads on 4 of 4 measures.
- Hisenior Mega5EST
- Shanling MG800
HearWiki score
84
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Sound
9.1
-
Value
8.3
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Price (USD)
$650
$900
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
Both shipped in 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.
- Mega5EST2023
- MG8002023
Specifications
Mega5ESTMG800
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $650
- $900
- HearWiki score
- 84
- Not scored
- Released
- 2023
- 2023
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Discontinued
- Driver
- 1DD + 2BA + 2EST tribrid
- 11 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- tribrid
- dynamic
- Driver configuration
- 1DD + 2BA + 2EST
- -
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- 11 mm
- Drivers per side
- 5
- 1
- Frequency response
- -
- 20 Hz - 40 kHz
- Sound signature
- -
- neutral
- Impedance
- 25 Ω
- 24 Ω
- Sensitivity
- -
- 113 dB/mW
- Active noise cancelling
- -
- No
- Controls
- -
- none
- Weight
- 6 g
- 6.6 g
- Detachable cable
- -
- Yes
- USB-C
- -
- No
- Connector
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
- MMCX
What reviewers said
Hisenior Mega5EST
The Hisenior Mega5EST is a premium wired tribrid IEM that pairs a dynamic driver, dual balanced armatures, and dual electrostatic drivers for a cohesive, engaging sound. Its tuning leans toward musical enjoyment rather than clinical analysis, wrapped in a lightweight, well-built shell with a generous accessory set. The overall presentation is balanced and easy to listen to, making it a versatile choice for those seeking high-end performance without fatigue.
- Pro:Engaging, pleasure-oriented tuning that remains balanced and cohesive
- Pro:Premium build quality with a lightweight, comfortable fit
- Pro:Includes a robust accessory set and quality cable
- Con:Shell color may not perfectly match the faceplates aesthetically
- Con:Tuning favors broad appeal over extreme technical precision
- Con:No active noise cancellation, limiting isolation to passive means
Shanling MG800
The Shanling MG800 is a premium single-driver in-ear monitor with a titanium build and semi-open design, offering a neutral sound signature with a slight bass emphasis. It includes swappable brass nozzle filters and a detachable MMCX cable for tuning and connectivity flexibility.
- Pro:Titanium shell with semi-open acoustic design
- Pro:Interchangeable brass nozzles for sound tuning
- Pro:Neutral sound signature with enhanced bass
- Con:No active noise cancellation or wireless support
- Con:Lacks onboard controls or USB-C connectivity
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