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Side-by-side comparison — scores, specs and which one fits your setup.
Specs comparison
Analysis
The Sony MDR-Z1R scores 8.8/10 with 64Ω impedance and 100dB sensitivity. At 64Ω, it drives well from most phones without an external amp.
The HiFiMAN Arya Stealth scores 9.2/10 with 32Ω impedance and 94dB sensitivity. At 32Ω, it also benefits from amplification to perform at its best.
Based on our scoring, the HiFiMAN Arya Stealth 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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