Fiio FP3 VS Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro

IEM Comparison: Expert & Community Scores Side-by-Side

Fiio FP3 and Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro are in-ear monitors. Fiio FP3 costs $79 while Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro costs $72. Fiio FP3 is $7 more expensive. Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro holds a clear 0.5-point edge in reviewer scores (5.5 vs 6). Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro has significantly better dynamics with a 2-point edge and Fiio FP3 has significantly better soundstage with a 1-point edge.

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Jaytiss Score
Fiio FP3
5.5 /10
Jaytiss Score
Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro
6 /10
Score gap: 0.5
Metric Fiio FP3 Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro
Mids 5 5
Treble 5 5
Soundstage 6 5
Dynamics 4 6
Tonality 4.5 5
Technicalities 5 5
Take these comparisons with a grain of salt—we don't have enough Fiio FP3 and Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro reviews saved yet to provide an unbiased result.

Jaytiss Reviews Comparison

Fiio FP3 reviewed by

Jaytiss 5.5 Reviewer Score
C Tuning
C+ Tech
Can be a fun specialist

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: C- Soundstage: B

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro reviewed by

Jaytiss 6 Reviewer Score
C+ Tuning
C+ Tech
Great bass, upper mids are good.

Jaytiss original ranking

Jaytiss Youtube Channel
Mids: C+ Treble: C+ Dynamics: B Soundstage: C+

Fiio FP3 Details

Driver Configuration:

Tuning Type: n/a

Brand: FiiO Top FiiO IEMs

Price (Msrp): $79

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Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro Details

Driver Configuration: 2DD BA

Tuning Type: Neutral

Price (Msrp): $72

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Fiio FP3 Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C
  • It struggles with balance, producing a lumpy response that rarely sounds coherent. Genre hopping highlights glaring inconsistencies.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • It offers a competent showing, maintaining cohesion on straightforward arrangements. Complex passages start to challenge it, but never derail the show.
Mids C+
The mids are solid and dependable, though not especially remarkable. Vocals stay reasonably grounded in the mix.
Treble C+
Highs come through with reasonable clarity while staying mostly smooth. Sibilance is mostly controlled.
Dynamics C-
Dynamics are average—competent yet lacking real excitement. It keeps music listenable but uninspiring.
Soundstage B
Lateral spread stretches comfortably while front/back cues start to feel convincing. You can trace front-to-back movement.

Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C+
  • A mostly enjoyable signature keeps things listenable despite a handful of quirks. It handles most playlists without major complaints.

Average Technical Grade

C+
  • The presentation is steady if unspectacular, holding onto essential details when the music stays simple. Fine details occasionally slip through the cracks.
Mids C+
It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.
Treble C+
The top end is tidy and serviceable, adding air without overdoing it. Extension is decent for casual listening.
Dynamics B
The performance feels robust, with satisfying punch and natural transitions. Nuances are easy to follow.
Soundstage C+
Stage expands beyond the shoulders and finally hints at layers, though vertical cues stay muted. Depth cues begin to emerge.

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