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Updated April 11, 2024·
If noise cancellation and wireless functionality are priorities, then the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC headphones are a suitable choice; they are great for air travel and have integrated controls and a mic, making them convenient for everyday use. However, their sound quality for music and calls isn't outstanding, and they're not recommended for gaming or watching TV due to latency issues. On the other hand, if budget is a concern and you prefer a wired connection with excellent build quality and sound for music, the KZ ZSN Pro earbuds might fit the bill, but they lack wireless convenience, active noise cancelling, and have poor mic quality, which could be limiting for calls and meetings. Neither are ideal for exercise due to either weight or fit. Both have a detachable cable and are closed-enclosure, which helps with some natural noise isolation. Consider your primary activities and environment when making your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC
- Excellent for air travel
Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro
- Good for music
- Good for TV and video
Key differences
Music
6.0
7.7
The KZ ZSN Pro is good for music, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is only fair.
Gaming
5.4
6.0
The KZ ZSN Pro is only fair for gaming, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is poor.
Phone Calls
5.2
3.1
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC and KZ ZSN Pro are both poor for phone calls, though the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.8
4.9
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC and KZ ZSN Pro are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks, though the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is somewhat better.
TV and Video
5.6
7.4
The KZ ZSN Pro is good for TV and video, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is poor.
Noise Reduction
7.0
5.3
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is good for noise reduction, while the KZ ZSN Pro is poor.
Battery
70.0 Hours
N/A
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC has 70 hours of battery life. The KZ ZSN Pro does not have a battery.
Cost
$80
$25
$0
$20
$40
$60
$80
$100
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC has a price of $80 and the KZ ZSN Pro costs $25.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The KZ ZSN Pro has excellent build quality, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC has very good build quality.
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How the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC and the KZ ZSN Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JLab Jbuds Lux ANC | KZ ZSN Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$80 | $25 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JLab | KZ | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2024 | March 1, 2019 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.2/10 | 3.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.4/10 | 6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.1/10 | 4.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 70 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2.5 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 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 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 235 Grams | 7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | N/A | |
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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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