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AKG K702 vs Thieaudio Monarch Mk2

Side-by-side comparison — scores, specs and which one fits your setup.

AKG K702
8.2
/ 10
Over-earHigh end
HIGHER SCORE
Thieaudio Monarch Mk2
9.3
/ 10
IEMReference

Specs comparison

8.2/10
SCORE
9.3/10
62Ω
IMPEDANCE
15Ω
105dB
SENSITIVITY
98dB
No
NEEDS AMP
No

Analysis

The AKG K702 scores 8.2/10 with 62Ω impedance and 105dB sensitivity. At 62Ω, it drives well from most phones without an external amp.

The Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 scores 9.3/10 with 15Ω impedance and 98dB sensitivity. At 15Ω, it can be driven directly without extra hardware.

Based on our scoring, the Thieaudio Monarch Mk2 scores higher overall. However, the right choice depends on your full audio chain — use our analyzer to see which fits your actual setup.

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