Overview

final’s VR3000 for Gaming is a 2021 wired IEM tuned for games/VR. It uses a 6 mm f-Core DU dynamic driver, a brass front-housing for magnetic immunity/mass loading, and a 30 μm CCAW voice coil; it’s rated 18 Ω / 101 dB per mW. The cable is non-detachable and includes a 3-button remote with in-line mic; the over-ear fit and lock-type ear hooks reduce microphonics [1][3]. Typical US price is 79.99 USD [2].

Scientific Validity

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Independent lab data for VR3000 (FR/THD/IMD/SNR/isolation) is limited. Manufacturer specs are conventional (18 Ω, 101 dB/mW; 20 Hz–20 kHz) [1]. Public FR databases list VR3000 and show peers that adhere closely to modern targets; notably Moondrop Chu II pairs near-target FR with low-distortion spec THD ≤ 0.5% @ 1 kHz, 94 dB (manufacturer) [4][7]. With scarce third-party quant for VR3000, we anchor at the baseline 0.5 while noting claims are plausible but under-measured.

Technology Level

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The in-house f-Core DU driver, brass front-housing for magnetic control and mass loading, and a 30 μm CCAW coil are rational modern choices. Ergonomics (over-ear with lock hooks) target cable noise and long sessions [1]. Overall, above-average implementation versus generic OEMs.

Cost-Performance

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Market price (review target): 79.99 USD [2].
Cheapest equivalent-or-better (mic parity via bundle): Moondrop Chu II 22.99 USD [5] + Tripowin Grace Microphone Cable (0.78 mm 2-pin, 3.5 mm) 19.00 USD [6].
Equivalence note: Equipped with in-line mic capability (via cable), and FR adherence and THD are equivalent-or-better for competitive use based on public datasets and manufacturer specs [4][7].

CP calculation: 41.99 USD ÷ 79.99 USD = 0.5249 → first-decimal rounding → 0.5.

Reliability & Support

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final is established with broad retail coverage. Single-dynamic topology is simple, but the fixed cable reduces serviceability compared with detachable-cable peers. In-line mic/remote is a practical plus for gaming [1][3]. Net: average.

Rationality of Design Philosophy

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Focus on spatial coherence, comfort, and microphonic control is evidence-based for gaming. Material and motor decisions are technically sensible, avoiding “gaming” coloration that lacks measured benefit [1].

Advice

Pick VR3000 if you want a ready-to-use wired IEM with built-in mic, low cable noise, and long-session comfort. If value dominates, a Chu II + mic cable bundle delivers equivalent user-facing functionality and measured performance at far lower cost [4][5][6][7].

References

[1] final. “VR3000 for Gaming – Official Page.” https://snext-final.com/en/products/detail/VR3000forGaming (accessed 2025-09-01). Key specs: f-Core DU 6 mm, brass front-housing, 30 μm CCAW, 18 Ω/101 dB/mW; lock-type ear hooks.
[2] TechRadar. “Final VR3000 review.” https://www.techradar.com/gaming/final-vr3000-review (published 2024-07-07; accessed 2025-09-01): price 79.99 USD, in-line mic noted.
[3] Headphoneer. “FINAL VR3000 – For Gaming – Review.” https://www.headphoneer.com/final-vr3000-for-gaming-review/ (published 2024-07-08; accessed 2025-09-01): non-detachable cable and mic/remote.
[4] MOONDROP (official). “CHU II – specifications.” https://moondroplab.com/en/products/chu-ii (accessed 2025-09-01): 18 Ω; 119 dB/Vrms; THD ≤ 0.5% @ 1 kHz, 94 dB.
[5] Linsoul. “Moondrop Chu II – price/specs.” https://www.linsoul.com/products/moondrop-chu-ii (accessed 2025-09-01): 22.99 USD.
[6] Linsoul. “Tripowin Grace – Microphone Cable (0.78 mm 2-pin).” https://www.linsoul.com/products/tripowin-grace (accessed 2025-09-01): 19.00 USD regular (sale prices vary).
[7] Super* Review – Squiglink. “IEM frequency response database.” https://squig.link/ (accessed 2025-09-01): public FR datasets incl. Chu II; VR3000 listed in classic sets.

(2025.9.2)