Product release: Starkey G Series AI Power BTE (P/UP)
- Koorosh Nejad
- May 1
- 3 min read
Updated: 4 days ago
Hearing aid manufacturers released a number of new RIC technologies in 2025. It seems to me now they have got a chance to focus on power and ultra-power BTE hearing aids in 2026.
If you follow Starkey's technologies, you will be pleased to know that Starkey just released Starkey G Series AI Power and Ultra Power BTE hearing aids. There are a number of interesting features in the G Series BTEs that I will elaborate on in this article.
Starkey G Series AI Power hearing aids look like Starkey Evolv. Are they the same?
The Starkey G Series power hearing aids use the same casing as the Starkey Evolv. I like the idea of cost-saving, i.e. instead of casting a new design. However, the chipset inside is Genesis S1.
Does the Starkey G Series do AI processing?
Yes, Starkey G Series hearing aids use the Genesis S1 chipset for sound processing, which includes AI processing for speech in noise. Albeit the AI processing in Starkey G Series AI is not as sophisticated as the AI processing you find in Phonak Infinio Sphere or Starkey Omega AI.
What are the technology levels of the Starkey G Series AI Power BTE?
The Starkey G Series Power BTE hearing aids come in 5 technology levels. As you can see, the highest tech level is loaded with features. Some key features that I should emphasise are (please see the slides below):
Transient noise management - This feature is critical for people with hyperacusis, which means a sensitivity to sudden and loud sounds. If you feel that a sudden loud sound, such as slamming a door or a motobike's noise, can be annoying, then you need a hearing aid which is capable of reducing the sudden noise for you. This feature is only available in tech level 24 in Starkey G Series AI Power BTE hearing aids.
Speech in noise - I found the speech in noise SNR improvement is fairly distributed over the 5 tech levels of Starkey G Series Ai Power BTE hearing aids. Obviously, the best performance for speech in noise is available in the tech level 24 with 12 dB SNR improvement.
Machine noise reduction - If you use power hearing aids for managing your hearing loss and work in a noisy environment, then you might need a hearing aid with good noise reduction. The tech level 24 has the highest 11 dB machine noise reduction.
Wind noise reduction - If you play golf a lot, then you must go with the tech level with the best wind noise reduction. Tech level 24 provides 14 dB wind noise reduction!
What is the difference between Power and Ultra-Power in Starkey G Series AI hearing aids?
The Starkey G Series power hearing aids come in two models, P and UP. The difference is the receiver inside them, which in one is a P receiver (for Power) and in the other is a UP receiver (for Ultra Power). Please see the output power range of the Starkey G Series BTE hearing aids below.
Fitting range of Starkey G Series AI BTE - P
Fitting range of Starkey G Series AI BTE - UP
Are Starkey G Series Power BTE hearing aids rechargeable?
No, the Starkey's latest P and UP power BTE hearing aids come in size 13 battery power option only. Battery-powered BTE hearing aids might be a good option compared to rechargeable BTE hearing aids. The reason is that the power needed for a severe to profound hearing loss drains the rechargeable battery of the hearing aids pretty fast, which may shorten their run time over a full day. This issue becomes more of a concern if you are a heavy hands-free calls and streaming user. On the contrary, I would advise rechargeable power BTE hearing aids for patients with sight problems, dexterity issues or arthritis who might have issues replacing the battery of the power hearing aids. In such a case, models such as Rexton Reach Power B-Li P and HP, or Resound Enzo IA Super Power, or Widex Allure BTE R are highly recommended.
What colours are Starkey G Series available in?
The Starkey G Series hearing aids are available in 4 colours: Silver, Graphite Grey, Beige and Chestnut
What are the best power BTE hearing aids for severe to profound hearing loss in the UK?
The latest power BTE hearing aid models are as follows. Please click on each to read more about the product.
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Questions?
Please book a telecare consultation if you have any questions about Starkey G Series Ai Power BTE hearing aids.
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