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Updated January 10, 2024·
If sound quality is paramount, the KZ ZSN Pro with Mic surpass your needs and are more affordable, but lack wireless functionality and active noise canceling. Bowers and Wilkins PI7 offer premium features like wireless connectivity, aptX Low Latency support for minimal audio lag, active noise canceling for quiet listening environments, and a longer battery life with a charging case that supports wireless charging. They also have an app that allows equalizer and control customization. Choose KZ ZSN Pro for quality sound on a budget with a wired connection, or PI7 for a premium wireless experience with noise canceling and better features for a higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bowers and Wilkins PI7
Very good for air travel
Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic)
Good for music
Good for TV and video
Key differences
Music
6.8/10
7.7/10
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is good for music, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is only fair.
TV and Video
6.8/10
7.4/10
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is good for TV and video, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is only fair.
Noise Reduction
8.3/10
5.3/10
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 is very good for noise reduction, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is poor.
Battery
3.0 Hours
N/A
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 has 3 hours of battery life. The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) does not have a battery.
Cost
$399
$24
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The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 has a price of $399 and the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) costs $24.
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 and KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) are both very good for gaming.
Phone Calls
5.1/10
5.1/10
The Bowers and Wilkins PI7 and KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) are both poor for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.8/10
4.9/10
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and Bowers and Wilkins PI7 are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks.
Build Quality
8.9/10
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) to have excellent build quality, while the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 has very good build quality.
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How the Bowers and Wilkins PI7 and the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) compare to other earbuds and headphones
"The primary selling point of the Bowers & Wilkins PI7 is the charging case that can transmit audio from any analog source to the earbuds. If you have a very specific and clear need for that feature, then the Bowers & Wilkins PI7 is for you."
"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 Bowers and Wilkins
Bowers and Wilkins is a British audio equipment manufacturer with a focus on innovation and product development. It was founded by a couple of real-life James Bonds, the co-founders John Bowers and Roy Wilkins, who met while working for MI6 during World War II. The company keeps being favored by enthusiasts due to their sound quality, craftsmanship and signature aesthetics.
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