Tangzu Waner S.G vs Xiaomi Type-C Earphones: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Tangzu Waner S.G comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Tangzu Waner S.G - Outstanding overall at around $19.

Wired IEMs

Tangzu Waner S.G

82Outstanding

$19

Full review data

Wired IEMs

Score breakdown

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

Tangzu Waner S.G leads on 3 of 5 measures.

Tangzu Waner S.G
Xiaomi Type-C Earphones

HearWiki score

Sound

8.0

6.4

Calls

4.5

6.2

Value

9.5

8.4

Price (USD)

$19

$12

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 Xiaomi Type-C Earphones 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.

Waner S.G2022
Type-C Earphones20242 yr newer

Specifications

Waner S.GType-C Earphones

Type: Wired IEMs; Wired IEMs
Price (USD): $19; $12
HearWiki score: 82; 66
Released: 2022; 2024
Availability: Still sold new; Still sold new
Driver: 10 mm dynamic; 12.4 mm driver
Driver type: dynamic; -
Driver size: 10 mm; 12.4 mm
Drivers per side: -; 1
Frequency response: -; 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance: 20 Ω; 32 Ω
Sensitivity: -; 108 dB/mW
Active noise cancelling: -; No
Controls: -; buttons
Weight: 4 g; 20 g
Water resistance: -; IP54
USB-C: -; Yes
Microphones: -; 1

Specification comparison of Tangzu Waner S.G vs Xiaomi Type-C Earphones
Spec	Tangzu Waner S.G	Xiaomi Type-C Earphones
Type	Wired IEMs	Wired IEMs
Price (USD)	$19	$12
HearWiki score	82 / 100 Outstanding	66 / 100 Good
Released	2022	2024
Audio
Driver	10 mm dynamic	12.4 mm driver
Driver type	dynamic	-
Driver size	10 mm	12.4 mm
Drivers per side	-	1
Frequency response	-	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance	20 Ω	32 Ω
Sensitivity	-	108 dB/mW
Features
Active noise cancelling	-	No
Controls	-	buttons
Design
Weight	4 g	20 g
Water resistance	-	IP54
USB-C	-	Yes
Calls
Microphones	-	1

What reviewers said

Tangzu Waner S.G

The Tangzu Waner S.G is a budget-friendly wired IEM with a compact, lightweight build and a 10mm dynamic driver. Its tuning leans warm and smooth, offering a relaxed, music-first sound that punches well above its price point for everyday listening.

Pro:Warm, easygoing sound signature
Pro:Very lightweight and compact
Pro:Detachable 0.78mm two-pin cable

Con:No active noise cancellation
Con:Lacks water resistance
Con:Not for those seeking technical detail

Xiaomi Type-C Earphones

These are straightforward wired USB-C earbuds with a 12.4 mm driver, built for everyday calls and casual listening. They offer IP54 splash resistance, inline controls, and a mic with noise reduction, making them a practical budget pick. While they deliver solid bass and treble for the price, the midrange and cable durability have some limitations.

Pro:Lightweight and comfortable fit
Pro:IP54 water and dust resistance
Pro:Clear calls via mic with noise reduction

Con:Cable protection is limited
Con:Midrange precision is only middling
Con:No active noise cancellation

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