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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you need a built-in mic for calls, the KZ ZSN Pro with Mic would serve you better, whereas if you prioritize balanced audio with versatile cable options, such as 2.2mm and 4.4mm, and slightly better soundstage, the KZ ZSN Pro X could be your choice; note, however, the Pro X lacks the built-in microphone. Both are budget-friendly, wired earbuds with good overall sound quality and comfort, but neither is particularly well-suited for exercise, as they're not sweatproof. Neither model supports wireless use, so if you wish to avoid cables, you may want to consider another option. Both have closed enclosures for passive noise isolation, though it's not their strongest feature, which could be a consideration if you often find yourself in noisy environments or traveling. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic)
- Very good for gaming
Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro X
- Good for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.7
7.0
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and KZ ZSN Pro X are both good for music, though the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is somewhat better.
Gaming
8.0
5.9
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is very good for gaming, while the KZ ZSN Pro X is poor.
Phone Calls
5.1
3.1
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and KZ ZSN Pro X are both poor for phone calls, though the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
5.3
6.0
The KZ ZSN Pro X is only fair for noise reduction, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is poor.
Cost
$24
$32
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$20
$30
$40
$50
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) has a price of $24 and the KZ ZSN Pro X costs $32.
Build Quality
9.0
8.5
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) has excellent build quality, while the KZ ZSN Pro X has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.9
4.7
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and KZ ZSN Pro X are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks.
TV and Video
7.4
7.3
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and KZ ZSN Pro X are both good for TV and video.
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How the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and the KZ ZSN Pro X compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) | KZ ZSN Pro X |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$24 | $32 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | KZ | KZ | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2019 | June 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.1/10 | 3.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.5/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 4.2/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 2.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 7 Grams | 27 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | In-Line | N/A | |
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KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic)
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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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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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