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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
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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
8.6/10
7.9/10
The 7hz Timeless is very good for music, while the Moondrop Chu is good.
Gaming
6.6/10
8.0/10
The Moondrop Chu is very good for gaming, while the 7hz Timeless is only fair.
Phone Calls
4.3/10
8.8/10
The Moondrop Chu is very good for phone calls, while the 7hz Timeless is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8/10
7.6/10
The Moondrop Chu is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the 7hz Timeless is only fair.
Noise Reduction
5.3/10
6.0/10
The Moondrop Chu is only fair for noise reduction, while the 7hz Timeless is poor.
Cost
$190
$22
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The 7hz Timeless has a price of $190 and the Moondrop Chu costs $22.
"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."
"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."
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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).
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