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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming, the KZ ZSN Pro has a higher score, indicating better performance for that specific use case. However, if wireless convenience and longer battery life are important to you, consider the Soundcore P20i, as it is wireless with up to 29 hours of total battery life, including the charging case, and supports wireless charging. For exercise enthusiasts and outdoor activities, the Soundcore P20i offers sweatproof certification which the KZ ZSN Pro lacks. Both have similar sound quality and are comfortable, but the Soundcore P20i has built-in controls and is optimized for both Android and Apple devices, which may enhance your user experience for everyday tasks. The KZ ZSN Pro comes with a detachable cable and cable ear hooks, which can be useful for a secure fit and durability. Both are suitable for calls with similar microphone quality. Consider your daily activities and what features will benefit you the most when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic)
- Good for music
- Very good for gaming
Advantages of the Soundcore P20i
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.7
6.4
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is good for music, while the Soundcore P20i is only fair.
Gaming
8.0
7.3
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is very good for gaming, while the Soundcore P20i is good.
Noise Reduction
5.3
6.5
The Soundcore P20i is only fair for noise reduction, while the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) is poor.
Battery
N/A
9.0 Hours
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) does not have a battery. The Soundcore P20i has 9 hours of battery life.
Cost
$24
$30
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) has a price of $24 and the Soundcore P20i costs $30.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
5.1
5.0
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and Soundcore P20i are both poor for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.9
4.7
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and Soundcore P20i are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks.
TV and Video
7.4
7.0
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and Soundcore P20i are both good for TV and video.
Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and Soundcore P20i both have excellent build quality.
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How the KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) and the Soundcore P20i compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| KZ ZSN Pro (with Mic) | Soundcore P20i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$24 | $30 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | KZ | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2019 | May 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.1/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 9 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 20 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 7 Grams | 4.5 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."
Soundcore P20i
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Ranbir Sen | May 2023
"I would recommend the Soundcore P20i Earbuds to everyone who loves music and would like to own comfortable pair of earbuds with a great range of sound quality. I would recommend users who buy this device use the right comfortable ear tips as per your ear design."
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About Soundcore
Soundcore is a sub-brand belonging to Anker Innovations. Starting in 2014, initially marketing wireless, Bluetooth, speakers, Anker now offers an array of, budget-friendly, wireless earbuds and headphones that directly compete, especially in the Active Noise Canceling field, with other brands several times as expensive.
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