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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality and build over convenience, the KZ ZSN Pro X offers better overall and music sound quality with a very good build, but lacks wireless features and active noise cancelling. Conversely, the Soundcore P20i, often less expensive, provides good sound quality with the convenience of wireless connectivity, active noise cancellation, and additional features like app customization and sweatproof certification. However, the P20i has lower soundstage quality and no detachable cable. The ZSN Pro X might be preferable for critical listening at home, while the P20i suits active lifestyles and frequent travelers who value features and wireless freedom. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KZ ZSN Pro X
- Good for music
Advantages of the Soundcore P20i
- Good for gaming
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.0
6.4
The KZ ZSN Pro X is good for music, while the Soundcore P20i is only fair.
Gaming
5.9
7.3
The Soundcore P20i is good for gaming, while the KZ ZSN Pro X is poor.
Phone Calls
3.1
5.0
The Soundcore P20i and KZ ZSN Pro X are both poor for phone calls, though the Soundcore P20i is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
6.0
6.5
The Soundcore P20i and KZ ZSN Pro X are both only fair for noise reduction, though the Soundcore P20i is somewhat better.
Battery
N/A
9.0 Hours
The KZ ZSN Pro X 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 X has a price of $24 and the Soundcore P20i costs $30.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The Soundcore P20i has excellent build quality, while the KZ ZSN Pro X has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.7
4.7
The KZ ZSN Pro X and Soundcore P20i are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks.
TV and Video
7.3
7.0
The KZ ZSN Pro X and Soundcore P20i are both good for TV and video.
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How the KZ ZSN Pro X and the Soundcore P20i compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| KZ ZSN Pro X | Soundcore P20i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$24 | $30 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | KZ | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2020 | May 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.1/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.2/10 | 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 | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 2.5/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 27 Grams | 4.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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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."
Soundcore P20i
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Critic Reviewer
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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