Wired IEMs
KZ Axas
Not yet scored
$27
Full review dataKZ Axas vs TRUTHEAR GATE: which should you buy?
Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the KZ Axas vs TRUTHEAR GATE, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.
Wired IEMs
TRUTHEAR GATE
82Outstanding
$22
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
TRUTHEAR GATE leads on 4 of 4 measures.
- KZ Axas
- TRUTHEAR GATE
HearWiki score
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82
Sound
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7.5
Value
-
8.5
Price (USD)
$27
$22
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
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.
- AxasYear unknown
- GATE2024
Specifications
AxasGATE
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Wired IEMs
- Price (USD)
- $27
- $22
- HearWiki score
- Not scored
- 82
- Released
- -
- 2024
- Availability
- Availability unknown
- Still sold new
- Driver
- -
- 10 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- -
- dynamic
- Driver size
- -
- 10 mm
- Drivers per side
- -
- 1
- Frequency response
- -
- 10 Hz - 45 kHz
- Impedance
- 20 Ω
- 28 Ω
- Sensitivity
- -
- 122 dB/mW
- Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)
- -
- 122
- Active noise cancelling
- -
- No
- Controls
- -
- buttons
- Weight
- -
- 2.7 g
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- Yes
- USB-C
- -
- No
- Connector
- 3.5 mm
- 2-pin 0.78 mm
- Microphones
- -
- 1
What reviewers said
KZ Axas
The KZ Axas is an affordable wired in-ear monitor designed with gamers in mind, prioritizing clear directional audio for FPS titles. Its low-profile, detachable 3.5mm cable and passive sound isolation make it a practical choice for focused gaming sessions.
- Pro:Tuned for clear positional audio in FPS games
- Pro:Detachable 3.5mm cable adds durability and flexibility
- Pro:Low-profile design comfortable for long wear
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Requires a wired connection only
- Con:Sound signature may not suit music lovers
TRUTHEAR GATE
The Truthear GATE is a wired, ultra-budget in-ear monitor that delivers surprisingly mature tuning and solid detail for its low price. It offers a balanced sound with good sub-bass extension, though it has a few tonal quirks and ergonomic compromises. Overall, it's a strong value pick for budget-conscious listeners seeking a natural, no-frills listening experience.
- Pro:Excellent tuning and clarity for the price
- Pro:Good sub-bass extension and overall balance
- Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for most ears
- Con:Slightly lean and thin lower-midrange
- Con:Treble can be rough or lacking refinement
- Con:Ergonomics could be better for some users
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