Wired IEMs
Hisenior Mega5EST
84Outstanding
$650
Full review dataHisenior Mega5EST vs Thieaudio Hype 4: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Hisenior Mega5EST comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Hisenior Mega5EST - Outstanding overall at around $649.
Wired IEMs
Thieaudio Hype 4
74Great
$400
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Hisenior Mega5EST leads on 3 of 4 measures.
- Hisenior Mega5EST
- Thieaudio Hype 4
HearWiki score
84
74
Sound
9.1
8.3
Value
8.3
-
Price (USD)
$650
$400
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
- Hype 42023
Specifications
Mega5ESTHype 4
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $650
- $400
- HearWiki score
- 84
- 74
- Released
- 2023
- 2023
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Still sold new
- Driver
- 1DD + 2BA + 2EST tribrid
- hybrid
- Driver type
- tribrid
- hybrid
- Driver configuration
- 1DD + 2BA + 2EST
- -
- Driver size
- 10 mm
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- 5
- -
- Impedance
- 25 Ω
- 17 Ω
- Weight
- 6 g
- 5 g
- Connector
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
- -
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
Thieaudio Hype 4
The Thieaudio Hype 4 is a wired hybrid IEM that delivers a lively, bass-rich sound without sacrificing coherence or clarity. Its dynamic yet controlled tuning, along with solid imaging and a comfortable fit, makes it a versatile pick for music lovers. While the stage width and stock accessories have minor limitations, the overall performance justifies its mid-range price.
- Pro:Punchy, textured bass with good impact
- Pro:Controlled, non-fatiguing tuning
- Pro:Excellent imaging and soundstage depth
- Con:Average soundstage width
- Con:Vocals can sound slightly recessed on basic sources
- Con:Stock cable is not modular
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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