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TRN V30 vs TRUTHEAR GATE: which should you buy?

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

Our pick: TRUTHEAR GATE - Outstanding overall at around $22.

Score breakdown

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

TRUTHEAR GATE leads on 4 of 4 measures.

  • TRN V30
  • TRUTHEAR GATE
HearWiki score
33
82
Sound
4.4
7.5
Value
-
8.5
Price (USD)
$25
$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

The TRUTHEAR GATE is 5 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. For 5 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

  • V302019
  • GATE20245 yr newer

Specifications

V30GATE
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$25
$22
HearWiki score
33
82
Released
2019
2024
Availability
Discontinued
Still sold new
Driver
1DD + 2BA hybrid
10 mm dynamic
Driver type
hybrid
dynamic
Driver configuration
1DD + 2BA
-
Driver size
10 mm
10 mm
Drivers per side
3
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
10 Hz - 45 kHz
Impedance
20 Ω
28 Ω
Sensitivity
99 dB/mW
122 dB/mW
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)
-
122
Active noise cancelling
No
No
Controls
buttons
buttons
Weight
20 g
2.7 g
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
No
No
Connector
3.5 mm
2-pin 0.78 mm
Microphones
-
1

What reviewers said

TRN V30

The TRN V30 is a budget-friendly hybrid in-ear monitor that pairs a 10mm dynamic driver with two balanced armatures for a lively, bass-forward V-shaped sound. It offers a comfortable, lightweight build and a fun, energetic tuning that suits pop and bass-heavy genres, though its bright character and recessed lower mids may not appeal to fans of neutral, balanced signatures.

  • Pro:Fun, bass-forward V-shaped tuning with solid low-end depth
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for long listening sessions
  • Pro:Good value for a triple-driver hybrid setup
  • Con:Recessed lower mids reduce vocal presence
  • Con:Limited bass detail and refinement
  • Con:Very bright upper range can be fatiguing for some listeners

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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