Nusuk Blue Oud vs Rayhaan Akya

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo.

At a glance

Nusuk Blue Oud and Rayhaan Akya both cost £21. They share 4 notes out of 15 distinct notes listed across both (27%). Both are EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo.

Nusuk Blue Oud

A fresh aquatic woody fragrance built in the lane of Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo, trading the department store price tag for something you can wear without thinking twice about a refill.

Rayhaan Akya

Rayhaan Akya is a deep aquatic aromatic eau de parfum inspired by Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo, combining crisp marine accords, sparkling citrus freshness, aromatic herbs, and smooth mineral musks into a clean masculine signature built for warm weather versatility.

Nusuk Blue Oud, dupe of Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò ProfondoRayhaan Akya, dupe of Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo

Comparison

Nusuk Blue OudRayhaan Akya
Overall rating8.1/10 · 1 review7.8/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.2/107.5/10
Projection7.5/107.0/10
Scent accuracy8.0/108.0/10
Value for money9.0/108.5/10
Price£21£21
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderMasculineMasculine
Inspired byGiorgio Armani Acqua di Giò ProfondoGiorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Nusuk Blue Oud

Top Notes

  • Marine Notes
  • Grapefruit
  • Bergamot

Heart Notes

  • Rosemary
  • Sage
  • Geranium

Base Notes

  • Incense
  • Patchouli
  • Oud

Rayhaan Akya

Top Notes

  • Marine Notes
  • Bergamot
  • Green mandarin

Heart Notes

  • Rosemary
  • Lavender
  • Cypress

Base Notes

  • Mineral Notes
  • Musk
  • Patchouli
  • Amber

Shared Notes

  • Marine Notes
  • Bergamot
  • Rosemary
  • Patchouli

4 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Nusuk Blue Oud lists Grapefruit, Sage, Geranium, Incense and Oud that Rayhaan Akya does not.

Rayhaan Akya lists Green mandarin, Lavender, Cypress, Mineral Notes, Musk and Amber that Nusuk Blue Oud does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Nusuk Blue Oud

  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Oud
  • Smoky
  • Earthy
  • Aquatic
  • Herbal
  • Patchouli
  • Green
  • Resinous
  • Incense
  • Marine

Rayhaan Akya

  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Musky
  • Citrus
  • Fruity
  • Aquatic
  • Aromatic
  • Lavender
  • Patchouli
  • Green
  • Mineral
  • Salty
  • Tropical
  • Marine

Both share Woody, Fresh, Citrus, Aquatic, Patchouli, Green and Marine. Nusuk Blue Oud also lists Floral, Oud, Smoky, Earthy, Herbal, Resinous and Incense. Rayhaan Akya also lists Amber, Musky, Fruity, Aromatic, Lavender, Mineral, Salty and Tropical.

Vibes

Nusuk Blue Oud

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Masculine
  • Aquatic

Rayhaan Akya

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Warm
  • Light
  • Modern
  • Masculine
  • Aquatic

Both share Fresh, Clean, Warm, Modern, Masculine and Aquatic. Rayhaan Akya also lists Light.

Occasions

Nusuk Blue Oud

  • Office
  • Summer
  • Daily
  • Travel
  • Work
  • Warm weather

Rayhaan Akya

  • Signature
  • Daytime
  • Office
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Daily
  • Travel
  • Gym
  • Outdoor
  • Warm weather
  • Tropical

Both share Office, Summer, Daily, Travel and Warm weather. Nusuk Blue Oud also lists Work. Rayhaan Akya also lists Signature, Daytime, Spring, Gym, Outdoor and Tropical.

Performance

Nusuk Blue Oud

  • Sillage
  • Strong longevity
  • Moderate to strong

Rayhaan Akya

  • Versatile
  • Skin scent
  • Subtle

Nusuk Blue Oud lists Sillage, Strong longevity and Moderate to strong. Rayhaan Akya lists Versatile, Skin scent and Subtle.

Style lane

Nusuk Blue Oud

  • Fresh aquatic

Rayhaan Akya

  • Fresh aquatic

Both share Fresh aquatic.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Nusuk Blue Oud (8.2/10)
  • Projection: Wins Nusuk Blue Oud (7.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Tie (8.0/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Nusuk Blue Oud (9.0/10)
  • Price: Tie (£21)

Nusuk Blue Oud leads on longevity, projection and value for money. They are level on scent accuracy.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Nusuk Blue Oud has 1 community review and Rayhaan Akya has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Nusuk Blue Oud or Rayhaan Akya?

Nusuk Blue Oud and Rayhaan Akya both cost £21.

Which lasts longer, Nusuk Blue Oud or Rayhaan Akya?

Atlas ratings give Nusuk Blue Oud 8.2 out of 10 for longevity and Rayhaan Akya 7.5 out of 10, so Nusuk Blue Oud rates higher.

Which projects more, Nusuk Blue Oud or Rayhaan Akya?

Atlas ratings give Nusuk Blue Oud 7.5 out of 10 for projection and Rayhaan Akya 7.0 out of 10, so Nusuk Blue Oud rates higher.

Which is closer to Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo, Nusuk Blue Oud or Rayhaan Akya?

Atlas ratings give Nusuk Blue Oud 8.0 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Rayhaan Akya 8.0 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which is better value, Nusuk Blue Oud or Rayhaan Akya?

Atlas ratings give Nusuk Blue Oud 9.0 out of 10 for value for money and Rayhaan Akya 8.5 out of 10, so Nusuk Blue Oud rates higher.

What notes do Nusuk Blue Oud and Rayhaan Akya share?

They share 4 notes: Marine Notes, Bergamot, Rosemary and Patchouli.

Which occasions suit Nusuk Blue Oud and Rayhaan Akya?

Nusuk Blue Oud is tagged for Office, Summer, Daily, Travel, Work and Warm weather. Rayhaan Akya is tagged for Signature, Daytime, Office, Spring, Summer, Daily, Travel, Gym, Outdoor, Warm weather and Tropical.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

Compare with the original

  • Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo vs Nusuk Blue Oud
  • Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profondo vs Rayhaan Akya

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