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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize affordability and you're content with good sound quality for music and gaming without wireless convenience, the KZ ZSN Pro with Mic could be a solid choice. They provide a detachable cable and are known for their build quality but are not the best option for exercise or travel due to their lack of features like active noise cancelling (ANC) and sweatproof certification. Alternatively, if you prefer modern features such as wireless connectivity, active noise cancelling for quiet listening environments, and app customization for audio settings, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro offer these premium options. They are optimized for both Android and Apple devices and also support wireless charging, which the KZ ZSN Pro lack. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are recommended for a range of activities including calls, meetings, exercise, and travel, but come at a higher price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic)
- The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
- Very good for music
- Good for phone calls
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Phone Calls
5.1
7.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for phone calls, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.9
8.4
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3
9.1
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is poor.
Battery
N/A
4.8 Hours
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) does not have a battery. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$24
$188
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The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) has a price of $24 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro costs $188.
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Key similarities
Music
7.7
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro to be very good for music, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is good.
Gaming
8.0
8.3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) are both very good for gaming.
TV and Video
7.4
7.7
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) are both good for TV and video.
Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro both have excellent build quality.
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How the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) | Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$24 | $188 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | KZ | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2019 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.1/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 7.7/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 4.8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1.1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 12 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 7 Grams | 5.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | In-Line | Integrated | |
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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."
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
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Jasper Lastoria | April 2023
"Consider the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro as your next pair of buds for its excellent active noise canceling (ANC) of low frequencies and comfortable fit. For Samsung users, the integration with your devices is handy and good for productivity."
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About Samsung
Samsung is a multinational conglomerate with over 85 years of history. They are mostly known to consumers for their high-end smartphones and TVs, however they are invested in many other markets like semiconductors and automotive. Samsung owns Harman International which itself owns other audio specialized companies like Harman Kardon, JBL and AKG who help engineer most, if not all, of Samsung audio products of their Galaxy line.
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