A comparison of specs, key information, reviews, and best pricing from top retailers
Last updated -- hours ago | Report incorrect information
Company ProductName Specs
Company ProductName Specs
What we think
The PerfectRec Earbuds or Headphones team Learn more
Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're considering price and basic needs, the Moondrop Chu might be the right pick, offering decent sound quality for everyday listening at a more affordable rate. However, if you value superior audio fidelity and you're willing to invest more, the 7hz Timeless could provide a significantly better sound experience with enhanced clarity and detail, justifying their higher price. Remember that the Timeless may also offer better build quality and longevity, which can be important if you're looking for durability and long-term satisfaction. Consider how much you're willing to spend against the importance of audio quality in your daily usage. Give Feedback
this description is based on the product variant with some specs and product variant with some specs. At the time of writing, the variant with some specs cost some dollars and the variant with some specs cost some dollars.
Advantages of the 7hz Timeless
- Very good for music
Advantages of the Moondrop Chu
- Very good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.6
7.9
The 7hz Timeless is very good for music, while the Moondrop Chu is good.
Gaming
6.6
8.0
The Moondrop Chu is very good for gaming, while the 7hz Timeless is only fair.
Phone Calls
4.3
8.8
The Moondrop Chu is very good for phone calls, while the 7hz Timeless is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
7.6
The Moondrop Chu is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the 7hz Timeless is only fair.
Noise Reduction
5.3
6.0
The Moondrop Chu is only fair for noise reduction, while the 7hz Timeless is poor.
Cost
$200
$22
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The 7hz Timeless has a price of $200 and the Moondrop Chu costs $22.
Let Us Help Find Your Perfect Headphones
Find your new headphones
Key similarities
TV and Video
7.8
7.5
The 7hz Timeless and Moondrop Chu are both good for TV and video.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The 7hz Timeless and Moondrop Chu both have very good build quality.
Give feedback
We’re constantly working to improve.
How the 7hz Timeless and the Moondrop Chu compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| 7hz Timeless | Moondrop Chu |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$200 | $22 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | 7hz | Moondrop | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | April 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.7/10 | 8.1/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 4.4/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 6/10 | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | In-Line | |
Shopping
7hz Timeless
See more
Dig into reviews and images
Headphonesty
Kazi Mahbub Mutakabbir | May 2023
"7Hz picked a bold name for the Timeless and frankly, got very close to justifying their word choice. Most importantly, the Timeless are good to go in stock form, so you don’t have to worry about source-matching and such. I can recommend the 7Hz Timeless to those who do not mind a dash of brightness up top, want a taste of planar in IEM form, and want one of the most resolving pair of earphones in the $150 - $300 price range."
Moondrop Chu
See more
Dig into reviews and images
Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | September 2022
"These budget buds put the pressure on those premium priced in-ear monitors to really justify the cost disparity. Offering excellent sound quality at any price, the Moondrop Chu is both a perfect entry into the audio enthusiast hobby, and an all around good pick for music fans."
Get a great deal on the 7hz Timeless or the Moondrop Chu
About Moondrop
Moondrop is a Chinese brand of smart audio equipment, portable audio players, earbuds and headphones started in 2015. During the last few years they have become one of the major players in what is lovingly referred to as the Chi-fi market, the bulk of Chinese companies that have managed to actually compete with the western manufacturers in both prices and superior quality. Products such as the Blessing II, Chu and Kato are among the most popular offerings of the brand, more popular among those users that wish for good quality audio that won't break the bank. Besides audio, the brand also works in what they call the ACGN field (Animation, Comics, Games and Short Novels).
Give feedback
We're constantly perfecting our model
Earbuds or Headphones guides you might be interested in
More comparisons for you
FAQs
FAQs about earbuds and headphones
Why trust us
This information was produced and vetted by the PerfectRec earbuds & headphones team. We are a product research and recommendation organization that meticulously reviews and evaluates the latest earbuds or headphones information and makes it digestible for you.
By the numbers
108
Earbuds and headphones evaluated
11,340
Earbuds and headphones stats compiled
15
Proprietary Earbuds and headphones ratings developed
122,600
Recommendations made
18,390
Consumer hours saved
About the Earbuds or Headphones team
Joe Golden, Ph.D
CEO and Earbuds and Headphones Editor
Joe is an entrepreneur and lifelong electronics enthusiast with a Ph.D in Economics from the University of Michigan.
Jason Lew
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Jason is a staff expert and software engineer that has been making laptop recommendations for 7 years and moderates one of the largest laptop subreddits.
Chandradeep Chowdhury
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Chandradeep is a staff expert and software engineer and expert in televisions and monitors. He’s been making monitor recommendations for ten years.
Luis Torres
Earbuds and Headphones Expert
Luis is a Mexico-based headphones expert. He’s been making headphone recommendations for five years and has close to 100 pairs in his personal collection.
Featured in
