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Updated April 10, 2024·
If you're on a tight budget and want good quality audio, the KZ ZSN Pro X could be a better fit, especially if you prefer in-ear monitors with the added benefit of detachable cables. They're suitable for general music listening and are portable, which makes them good for on-the-go use. However, they're not ideal for sports and lack active noise canceling. On the other hand, the Philips SHP9500 offers excellent open-back headphone sound quality, which is great for an immersive music and TV experience, though they're more expensive, less portable, and not suitable for noisy environments or exercise due to poor noise isolation and their size. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro X
- Good for air travel
Advantages of the Philips SHP9500
- Excellent for music
- Good for gaming
- Excellent for TV and video
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.0
9.2
The Philips SHP9500 is excellent for music, while the KZ ZSN Pro X is good.
Gaming
5.9
7.2
The Philips SHP9500 is good for gaming, while the KZ ZSN Pro X is poor.
Phone Calls
3.1
4.9
The Philips SHP9500 and KZ ZSN Pro X are both poor for phone calls, though the Philips SHP9500 is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.7
8.0
The Philips SHP9500 is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the KZ ZSN Pro X is poor.
TV and Video
7.3
9.0
The Philips SHP9500 is excellent for TV and video, while the KZ ZSN Pro X is good.
Noise Reduction
6.0
2.5
The KZ ZSN Pro X is only fair for noise reduction, while the Philips SHP9500 is poor.
Cost
$22
$48
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The KZ ZSN Pro X has a price of $22 and the Philips SHP9500 costs $48.
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Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The KZ ZSN Pro X and Philips SHP9500 both have very good build quality.
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How the KZ ZSN Pro X and the Philips SHP9500 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| KZ ZSN Pro X | Philips SHP9500 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$22 | $48 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | KZ | Philips | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2020 | August 1, 2013 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.1/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6/10 | 7.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.3/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.2/10 | 4.4/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 2.5/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 10/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 27 Grams | 294.8 Grams | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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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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Brian Stone | April 2020
"You can’t go wrong with the Philips SHP9500 for their price. Their audio quality is superb, and the fact that you can use them for just about anything you can think of makes them well worth your money"
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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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