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Updated January 10, 2024·
The KZ ZSN Pro earbuds are significantly less expensive than the Philips Fidelio X2HR headphones, making them a budget-friendly option. They also have a detachable cable and are more portable, which makes them suitable for use on the go. However, the Philips Fidelio X2HR headphones provide superior overall sound quality, a better soundstage, and are more comfortable, making them ideal for long listening sessions at home or in the office. The open-back design of the X2HR offers an immersive experience, but it also means they leak sound and offer little noise isolation, unlike the closed design of the ZSN Pro which provides some noise isolation and is more suitable for noisy environments. Neither option has a built-in microphone, so if taking calls or virtual meetings is important to you, you might want to consider other products or accessories. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro
- The KZ ZSN Pro has no clear advantages over the Philips Fidelio X2HR.
Advantages of the Philips Fidelio X2HR
- Excellent for music
- Good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.7
9.3
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is excellent for music, while the KZ ZSN Pro is good.
Gaming
6.0
7.0
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is good for gaming, while the KZ ZSN Pro is only fair.
Phone Calls
3.1
5.0
The Philips Fidelio X2HR and KZ ZSN Pro are both poor for phone calls, though the Philips Fidelio X2HR is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.9
7.9
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the KZ ZSN Pro is poor.
TV and Video
7.4
8.8
The Philips Fidelio X2HR is very good for TV and video, while the KZ ZSN Pro is good.
Noise Reduction
5.3
2.5
The KZ ZSN Pro and Philips Fidelio X2HR are both poor for noise reduction, though the KZ ZSN Pro is somewhat better.
Cost
$25
$148
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The KZ ZSN Pro has a price of $25 and the Philips Fidelio X2HR costs $148.
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Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The KZ ZSN Pro and Philips Fidelio X2HR both have excellent build quality.
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How the KZ ZSN Pro and the Philips Fidelio X2HR compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| KZ ZSN Pro | Philips Fidelio X2HR |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$25 | $148 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | KZ | Philips | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2019 | September 1, 2014 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.2/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6/10 | 7.1/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.5/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 4.5/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 2.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 7 Grams | 390 Grams | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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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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Liquid Audio
Stefan | May 2022
"This piece is a fantastic option for music lovers searching for premium sound and a snug fit. You should get these headphones if you care about sound quality and want to hear music in a new light. This technology is a great option for high-quality headphones with superb sound reproduction."
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About Philips
Philips is a Dutch conglomerate and electronics manufacturer with over 130 years of history. Philips makes the Fidelio audio line which includes several models of full-sized wired and wireless headphones, true wireless earbuds. soundbars and wireless speakers.
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