Yinyoo ZSN PRO X
Score: 76/100
Apple EarPods
Score: 78/100Rankings
Apple EarPods with Lightning connector are wired earbuds designed for iOS devices, offering a comfortable intra-concha fit, clear stereo sound and integrated controls. While they lack ANC and a 3.5 mm jack, they provide solid build quality and sweat resistance for everyday use.
The KZ ZSN Pro X is a budget hybrid IEM with a 10 mm dynamic driver and a balanced armature, offering solid bass and clear mids. Its metal construction and detachable cable add durability, but the stock cable's durability and lack of a microphone limit its convenience. Ideal for gamers and audiophiles seeking value at sub-$50.
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10 mmbest | — | |
20 Hzbest | — | |
20,000 Hzbest | — | |
104 dBbest | — | |
25 Ωbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 49.9 g | 11 gbest |
12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest |
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Audio(1) | ||
Microphone | false | true |
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Weight (g) | 49.9 g | 11 g |
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Charging Port Type | 3.5mm TRS | Lightning |
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Professional reviewers praise the ZSN Pro for delivering high-end sound performance at a budget price, highlighting its deep, well-controlled bass, warm mids, and non-fatiguating treble, while noting cable discoloration and stiffness as drawbacks.
Everyday users overwhelmingly appreciate the sound signature-especially the clean bass and clear mids-along with the comfortable fit and premium look, though many complain about the cable's discoloration and stiffness.
Professional reviewers highlight the EarPods' superior fit, clear audio, and tight iOS integration, noting the digital signal processing and reinforced cable make them a solid upgrade over the older 3.5mm version, while pointing out the lack of a 3.5mm jack and ANC as drawbacks.
Users love the comfortable fit and clear audio, appreciate the built-in mic and responsive controls, but frequently complain about the lack of a 3.5mm jack, the inability to charge while listening, and occasional cable wear.
“The bass is good and clean, the mids are clear, sound balance is very nice.”
“Cable turned brown after a few weeks.”
“These fit perfectly and sound great.”
