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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're looking for top-notch build and sound quality with active noise cancelling for an immersive experience in various settings like travel and exercise, the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX would be worth the investment. They offer excellent wireless performance with low latency and AptX Adaptive codec, making them versatile for music, calls, and TV. However, if budget is a concern and you mostly need earbuds for wired listening with good sound and build quality, the KZ ZSN Pro with a detachable cable might be a better choice, though you'll miss out on the advanced wireless features and noise cancellation of the Beoplay EX. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX
- Excellent for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Very good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic)
- The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) has no clear advantages over the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX.
Key differences
Gaming
9.3
8.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is excellent for gaming, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is very good.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.1
4.9
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is poor.
TV and Video
8.9
7.4
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is very good for TV and video, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is good.
Noise Reduction
8.3
5.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is very good for noise reduction, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is poor.
Battery
6.5 Hours
N/A
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has 6.5 hours of battery life. The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) does not have a battery.
Cost
$399
$24
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has a price of $399 and the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) costs $24.
Build Quality
10.0
9.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has best in class build quality, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) has excellent build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
7.9
7.7
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) are both good for music.
Phone Calls
5.3
5.1
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) are both poor for phone calls.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX | KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$399 | $24 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | KZ | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | March 1, 2019 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.3/10 | 8/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 9/10 | 4.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | N/A | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 22 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 10/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 6 Grams | 7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | In-Line | |
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Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX
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Leaf and Core
Danielle | January 2023
"If you’ve wanted truly wireless headphones, but couldn’t pick them up because they sound terrible, these will be the headphones that win you over. If you’re the kind of person who would consider spending $400 on headphones, these are the right truly wireless headphones for you."
KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic)
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PrimeAudio
David Becker | 2019
"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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About Bang and Olufsen
Bang and Olufsen is an almost century-old electronic goods manufacturer based in Denmark with a very special focus on design. Peter Bang and Svend Olufsen created the first AC radio in 1925 and went on to develop televisions, telephones and, of course, headphones and loudspeakers. Today, they are partnered with several companies, like Audi, BMW and Aston Martin, to provide very high-quality audio solutions.
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