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RHA MA600i Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£70Form factor:in-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

RHA MA600i Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

RHA MA600i
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components

80%

5.4

Technical score

20%

7.4

User score

â–¼Worse than 76% of headphones
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 73%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

52%

5.5

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

6.7

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 82%
7.4

User score

User score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

7.4

Number of reviews

â–¼Worse than 77%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones RHA MA600i

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components:

52%

5.5

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

6.7

Calls & Controls

5.4
User score
User score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

7.4

Number of reviews

7.4
Popularity
Popularity
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 69% of models
Popularity:
RHA MA600i has a popularity score of 7.4 points, which is higher than that of 69.1% of products in this category.
7.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.0
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
10 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 10 mm, smaller driver size than 87.7% of headphones and equal to 4.1% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
16 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 16 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 54.1% of headphones and equal to 4.2% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
?
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Connectivity
wired
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
yes
This pair of headphones supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
RHA
Form factor
in-ear
Weight
19 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 19 g, lighter than 86.1% of headphones and equal to 0.2% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
N/A
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RHA MA600i vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • 91.3% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (19 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    19 g vs 218 g
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • In-line controls
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    This pair of headphones reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 2,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 91.3% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (19 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    19 g vs 218 g
  • 2,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • In-line controls
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    This pair of headphones reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 30 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (10 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    10 mm vs 40 mm
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 8% lower user score
    User score
    7.4/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    RHA MA600i
    the average pair of headphones
    RHA MA600i has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (7.41 vs 8).
    7.41 vs 8
  • 3.3% worse value for money
    RHA MA600i has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.03 vs 7.3).
    7.03 vs 7.27
  • 10 dB lower max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a lower max SPL than the average pair of headphones (100 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    100 dB vs 110 dB
  • 8% lower user score
    User score
    7.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    RHA MA600i
    the average pair of headphones
    RHA MA600i has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (7.41 vs 8).
    7.41 vs 8
  • 3.3% worse value for money
    RHA MA600i has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.03 vs 7.3).
    7.03 vs 7.27
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 30 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (10 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    10 mm vs 40 mm
  • 2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 10 dB lower max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a lower max SPL than the average pair of headphones (100 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    100 dB vs 110 dB
  • 95% lower input power handling
    This pair of headphones has a lower max input power than the average pair of headphones (5 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
    5 mW vs 100 mW
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
hey its oscar
≈ estimated
08/12/2016
Hands-on review · sound, comfort and remote tests
Verdict
RHA MA600i offers good sound and isolation for the price, and is worth buying despite small bass shortcomings.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

charliewhite.net
14/10/2013
Hands-on test · Rival comparison
Verdict
The RHA MA600i is a clean-sounding, very comfortable earphone that nearly matches a long-time favourite rival, but its tips are hard to fit.
geardiary.com
13/11/2013
Hands-on test · Everyday in-ear
Verdict
The RHA MA600i is a light, comfortable in-ear pair with balanced, clear sound that suits everyday listeners who don't want heavy bass.
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headfonia.com
20/11/2013
Summary of the review
RHA MA600i and MA750i: Scottish Lowlanders
ajournalofmusicalthings.com
29/12/2013
Personal test · In-ear headphones
Verdict
The RHA MA600i is a comfortable, well-sealed in-ear pair with deep, tight bass that suits serious listening and flights, though fitting the tips takes patience.
the-gadgeteer.com
09/11/2014
Hands-on test · Budget in-ears
Verdict
The RHA MA600i is a warm, well-built in-ear that suits commuters, though it sounds only slightly better than RHA's cheaper MA450i.
ilounge.com
14/05/2021
Review · Two-model comparison
Verdict
The RHA MA600i is a fine rather than great in-ear, with a strong bass emphasis and a nice-looking metal build, but it lacks sparkle in the highs.
ibtimes.co.uk
18/10/2013
Hands-on review · Mid-range in-ears
Verdict
The RHA MA600i is a well-built, bass-rich in-ear that offers good value, though its fiddly ear tips and limited Android remote hold it back.
coolsmartphone.com
23/10/2013
Hands-on review · Everyday in-ear wear
Verdict
The RHA MA600i is a well-built, good-looking in-ear with faithful sound and tips comfortable enough for six-hour listening days.
huffingtonpost.co.uk
08/11/2013
Review · Lighter, cheaper sibling
Verdict
The RHA MA600i is a lighter, comfortable in-ear with strong isolation and great sound for the price, though its remote is large and heavy.
connect.de
23/06/2014
Hands-on test · Warm-sounding in-ear
Verdict
The RHA MA600i is a light, sturdy in-ear pair with warm, charming sound and a useful remote, though the MA750i offers more detail and width.
basicthinking.de
13/11/2013
Hands-on test · Everyday in-ear use
Verdict
The RHA MA600i is a light, well-made in-ear with punchy bass that suits trains and flights, though it does not stay put when jogging.
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lesnumeriques.com
20/02/2014
Summary of the review
RHA MA600i and MA750i Review: Affordable In-Ear Headphones
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about RHA MA600i

  • Excellent build quality featuring aircraft-grade aluminium housings
  • Generous 3-year manufacturer warranty
  • Fun and energetic sound signature with punchy bass and sparkling highs
  • High value for money, often described as performing above its price tier
  • Comprehensive accessory kit including multiple ear tips and a hard carrying case
  • Effective passive noise isolation due to the acoustic seal of the ear tips

What customers don't like about RHA MA600i

  • V-shaped sound profile may lead to recessed mid-range and lack of vocal texture
  • High frequencies can be sharp or fatiguing for sensitive listeners
  • Bass can sometimes be 'flabby' or bleed into the mid-range on complex tracks
  • Inline remote is described by some as being overly large or heavy
  • Cable may become stiff or lose flexibility over time with heavy use
  • Full functionality of the inline remote is limited specifically to iOS devices

Verdict

The RHA MA600i is a premium wired in-ear headphone featuring custom 320.1 dynamic drivers and a signature trumpet-bell-shaped aerophonic design machined from aircraft-grade aluminium. It offers a frequency response of 16Hz to 22kHz, an impedance of 16 ohms, and 100dB sensitivity, delivered through a 1.35m dual-insulated oxygen-free copper cable with a gold-plated 90-degree connector. Main pros include its durable lightweight build, a generous selection of dual-density and double-flange silicone tips for excellent passive noise isolation, and an integrated three-button remote for Apple devices. However, some users note cons such as excessive mid-bass bleeding into the midrange, a lack of soundstage air, and a recessed treble profile that may not suit analytical listeners.

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