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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you value overall sound quality and build quality, the KZ ZSN Pro might be the better choice, yet they're less comfortable for long periods compared to the Sony MDREX15AP. The ZSN Pro also offers a detachable cable which can be a bonus for durability and customization. However, the Sony MDREX15AP might be more suitable if you're looking for something very lightweight and portable, and they're also easier on the budget. Neither model supports wireless usage, and they both have limited mic quality, so neither would be ideal for calls and meetings. For listening to music during activities like commuting, the KZ ZSN Pro will offer a better experience, but for TV and video, the Sonys are recommended due to their excellent score in that category. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro
- The KZ ZSN Pro has no clear advantages over the Sony MDREX15AP.
Advantages of the Sony MDREX15AP
- Very good for music
- Excellent for TV and video
Key differences
Music
7.7
8.3
The Sony MDREX15AP is very good for music, while the KZ ZSN Pro is good.
Gaming
6.0
6.7
The Sony MDREX15AP and KZ ZSN Pro are both only fair for gaming, though the Sony MDREX15AP is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.9
5.4
The Sony MDREX15AP and KZ ZSN Pro are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks, though the Sony MDREX15AP is somewhat better.
TV and Video
7.4
9.3
The Sony MDREX15AP is excellent for TV and video, while the KZ ZSN Pro is good.
Noise Reduction
5.3
7.0
The Sony MDREX15AP is good for noise reduction, while the KZ ZSN Pro is poor.
Cost
$25
$20
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The KZ ZSN Pro has a price of $25 and the Sony MDREX15AP costs $20.
Build Quality
9.0
8.0
The KZ ZSN Pro has excellent build quality, while the Sony MDREX15AP has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
3.1
3.5
The Sony MDREX15AP and KZ ZSN Pro are both poor for phone calls.
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Spec Comparison
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| KZ ZSN Pro | Sony MDREX15AP |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$25 | $20 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | KZ | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2019 | March 1, 2014 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.2/10 | 3.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.5/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 4.6/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 7 Grams | 3.1 Grams | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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KZ ZSN Pro
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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."
Sony MDREX15AP
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Pete Anthony | June 2022
"At the ultra budget $10 price-point (and we’ve seen the no-mic version go for as cheap as $7), I’d say these are a decent option if you’re looking for a passable pair of earbuds for basic use that’s as cheap as possible. I wouldn’t say they feel or sound as good as some of the ultra-budget alternatives out there – of which there are a few at this point – but some might disagree. I will say though that the cable is a little bit nicer than those of that same competition."
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About Sony
Sony is a multinational corporation, based out of Japan, with over 75 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry. In the audio market, Sony has been a trendsetter several times throughout its history. In 1979 they released the first-ever portable music player, the Sony Walkman, followed by the Discman 20 years later. Today, Sony is one of the leaders in the wireless headphone and earbud market, especially in terms of Active Noise Cancellation technology.
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