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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize comfort and sound quality for music and TV but don't mind a wired connection and carrying larger headphones, the AKG K361 over-ear headphones would be a better choice. However, they lack a built-in microphone for calls and lack durability features like sweat and dust resistance. On the other hand, if you're looking for more affordability, the KZ ZSN Pro X earbuds offer good sound quality and portability for music on the go. They also have a detachable cable and are more exercise-friendly due to their smaller size and secure fit with ear hooks, but they don't have active noise canceling or wireless capabilities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K361
- The AKG K361 has no clear advantages over the KZ ZSN Pro X.
Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro X
- The KZ ZSN Pro X has no clear advantages over the AKG K361.
Key differences
TV and Video
7.8
7.3
The AKG K361 and KZ ZSN Pro X are both good for TV and video, though the AKG K361 is somewhat better.
Cost
$99
$24
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The AKG K361 has a price of $99 and the KZ ZSN Pro X costs $24.
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Key similarities
Music
7.5
7.0
The AKG K361 and KZ ZSN Pro X are both good for music.
Gaming
6.3
5.9
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers AKG K361 to be only fair for gaming, while the KZ ZSN Pro X is poor.
Phone Calls
3.2
3.1
The AKG K361 and KZ ZSN Pro X are both poor for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.0
4.7
The AKG K361 and KZ ZSN Pro X are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks.
Noise Reduction
6.0
6.0
The AKG K361 and KZ ZSN Pro X are both only fair for noise reduction.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The AKG K361 and KZ ZSN Pro X both have very good build quality.
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How the AKG K361 and the KZ ZSN Pro X compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| AKG K361 | KZ ZSN Pro X |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$99 | $24 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | KZ | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2018 | June 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.3/10 | 3.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.4/10 | 6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.9/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 4.2/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 2.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 219 Grams | 27 Grams | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
Shopping
AKG K361
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Alex Rowe | November 2019
"The K361 retains much of what makes the K371 such a winner, though it has a leaner sound, and the build changes made to trim the price down are immediately apparent. Still, it’s another excellent offering from AKG, and other companies in this fight should either be very worried or quickly designing updates to their old models."
KZ ZSN Pro X
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Jasper Lastoria | April 2023
"The KZ ZSN PRO X offers superb sound for very little money, like under $30 USD. It has some rough edges with a plastic seam on the cable that can rub on your ear, and the bud is a bit large. The tech isn't cutting edge, but new doesn't always equal better. You should try it."
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