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Updated April 11, 2024·
If wireless convenience and better call quality are priorities for you, the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless would be more suitable, especially since they also have a sweatproof certification which is advantageous for exercise. However, if you prefer a wired connection with the potential for balanced audio via additional cables, and if you're okay with a tradeoff in mic and built-in controls quality, the KZ ZSN Pro X may provide good value for a lower cost. Consider the JBLs for more active use cases and the KZs if you are after a potentially higher-fidelity wired listening experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless
- Good for phone calls
- Good for gaming
- Very good for air travel
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro X
- Good for music
- Good for TV and video
Key differences
Gaming
7.3
5.9
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for gaming, while the KZ ZSN Pro X is poor.
Phone Calls
7.8
3.1
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for phone calls, while the KZ ZSN Pro X is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.3
4.7
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the KZ ZSN Pro X is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.5
6.0
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and KZ ZSN Pro X are both only fair for noise reduction, though the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is somewhat better.
Battery
8.3 Hours
N/A
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless has 8.3 hours of battery life. The KZ ZSN Pro X does not have a battery.
Cost
$50
$24
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless has a price of $50 and the KZ ZSN Pro X costs $24.
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Key similarities
Music
6.6
7.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers KZ ZSN Pro X to be good for music, while the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair.
TV and Video
6.9
7.3
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers KZ ZSN Pro X to be good for TV and video, while the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and KZ ZSN Pro X both have very good build quality.
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How the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and the KZ ZSN Pro X compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless | KZ ZSN Pro X |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$50 | $24 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | KZ | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | June 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.9/10 | 3.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.4/10 | 6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6/10 | 4.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 8.3 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.1 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | N/A | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 16 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8/10 | 2.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8.8 Grams | 27 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | N/A | |
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JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless
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Headphone Dungeon
LaFonda | April 2023
"The Vibe Beam earbuds may not be a sleek as other earbuds in the price range, such as the equally priced Vibe Buds, but they sound great, have a long battery life, and come with an equalizer. And if you just need a solid pair if earbuds to get you through your commute, these will do the trick. I have no complaints here."
KZ ZSN Pro X
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Soundguys
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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About JBL
JBL is an American audio equipment manufacturer. Owned by Harman International which is, itself, owned by Samsung Electronics. JBL markets a wide array of monitoring speakers, professional headphones and consumer market headphones and earbuds. It was founded in 1946 by James Bullough Lansing (whose initials give the company its name) and has become one of the most prolific audio companies ever. Their products were responsible for audio during the 1969 Woodstock Festival.
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