There are notable points of difference here, mind you.
Oh, and relatively speaking they cost anarmand a leg.
The Rex5 are a strong performer, though, no two ways about it.
The sound they produce is open and unified, rigorously defined, rapid and detailed.
Theres really no arguing with the lengths Noble has gone to here.
Take, for example, wireless connectivity.
Youve also the option of the Noble FoKus control app thats available for iOS and Android.
Noble FoKus Rex5 review: Design
The earbuds, at 9.6g, are among the heavier around.
The case is almost entirely of aluminium theres a little plastic patch on the bottom to facilitate wireless charging.
Whether or not you find the aesthetic appealing is entirely up to you.
Dynamic headroom where the broad quiet/LOUD!
Ultimately, only the way the Rex5 handle the lower frequencies is likely to prove problematic for some listeners.
And sometimes, perception is everything.
Wind-noise can be more of an issue than it really should be, too.
Of course, there are also solid and tangible areas in which the Noble represent great value.
The quality of their construction and finish is, to all intents and purposes, impeccable.
They use premium materials at every point.
Should I buy the Noble FoKus Rex5?
And now theyre just a touch more affordable than when they first launched, theyre even more compelling.