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Updated January 10, 2024·
If exceptional sound quality for music is your priority, the 7hz Timeless earbuds are the superior choice, offering better overall sound and a more immersive soundstage. They come at a premium price, and while they don't have a microphone, they excel in construction quality. On the other hand, the KZ ZSN Pro earbuds, while less expensive, come equipped with a microphone, making them more suitable for calls and meetings. They also provide good sound for gaming, and their durability is noteworthy. Both options are wired, with no active noise cancelling, and neither is specifically optimized for sports or exercise. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 7hz Timeless
Very good for music
Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic)
Very good for gaming
Key differences
Music
8.6/10
7.7/10
The 7hz Timeless is very good for music, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is good.
Gaming
6.6/10
8.0/10
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is very good for gaming, while the 7hz Timeless is only fair.
Phone Calls
4.3/10
5.1/10
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and 7hz Timeless are both poor for phone calls, though the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8/10
4.9/10
The 7hz Timeless is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is poor.
Cost
$200
$24
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The 7hz Timeless has a price of $200 and the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) costs $24.
Build Quality
8.5/10
9.0/10
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) has excellent build quality, while the 7hz Timeless has very good build quality.
"7Hz picked a bold name for the Timeless and frankly, got very close to justifying their word choice. Most importantly, the Timeless are good to go in stock form, so you don’t have to worry about source-matching and such. I can recommend the 7Hz Timeless to those who do not mind a dash of brightness up top, want a taste of planar in IEM form, and want one of the most resolving pair of earphones in the $150 - $300 price range."
"Undoubtedly the focus and the star of the show, the ZSN Pro’s bass is big, bold and bangin’. The amount of gusto in the low end should satisfy anyone who likes a large lick of bass and even certified bassheads will probably get a kick out of this."
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