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TFZ QUEEN 2023 vs TRUTHEAR GATE: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the TFZ QUEEN 2023 vs TRUTHEAR GATE, 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 GATE leads on 3 of 4 measures.

  • TFZ QUEEN 2023
  • TRUTHEAR GATE
HearWiki score
-
82
Sound
-
7.5
Value
-
8.5
Price (USD)
$20
$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

TRUTHEAR GATE (2024) against TFZ QUEEN 2023 (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.

  • QUEEN 20232023
  • GATE20241 yr newer

Specifications

QUEEN 2023GATE
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$20
$22
HearWiki score
Not scored
82
Released
2023
2024
Availability
Discontinued
Still sold new
Driver
10 mm dynamic
10 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
10 Hz - 45 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
28 Ω
Sensitivity
-
122 dB/mW
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)
-
122
Active noise cancelling
No
No
Controls
-
buttons
Weight
-
2.7 g
Detachable cable
-
Yes
USB-C
-
No
Connector
-
2-pin 0.78 mm
Microphones
-
1

What reviewers said

TFZ QUEEN 2023

The TFZ Queen 2023 is a budget-friendly wired in-ear monitor that uses a single 10mm dynamic driver to deliver a broad frequency range. It's offered in several color and connector configurations, including a 3.5mm jack with or without a built-in mic, as well as a USB Type-C option, making it versatile for different devices and uses.

  • Pro:Wide frequency response for clear highs and detailed sound
  • Pro:Multiple connector options (3.5mm, mic, Type-C) for flexibility
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for extended listening
  • Con:No active noise cancellation, so ambient noise may leak in
  • Con:Requires a wired connection, limiting portability with modern phones
  • Con:Single-driver setup may lack the separation of multi-driver IEMs

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

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

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