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Focal Utopia 2022 — Open-back
Focal

Focal Utopia 2022

Open-back

96
/ 100
From $4,999
VS
Focal Utopia 2022 wins by 22
KZ ZSN Pro X — IEM
KZ

KZ ZSN Pro X

IEM

74
/ 100
From $25
Specdex verdict

Focal Utopia 2022 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Focal Utopia 2022 lands at 96 and KZ ZSN Pro X at 74. That puts Focal Utopia 2022 ahead by 22 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Focal Utopia 2022 if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal

Pick KZ ZSN Pro X if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Focal Utopia 2022

Tuning, detail, and staging

Focal Utopia 2022 leads on sound (96 vs 74).

Noise cancelling

Tie

ANC strength for commute and travel

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Comfort

Tie

Long-session wearability

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

KZ ZSN Pro X

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

KZ ZSN Pro X more score per dollar ($25 vs $4,999).

Focal Utopia 2022 96
vs
74 KZ ZSN Pro X

Score breakdown

Focal Utopia 2022
96
anc 0
sound 96
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
KZ ZSN Pro X
74
anc 0
sound 74
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

Focal Utopia 2022 versus KZ ZSN Pro X — full spec comparison
Spec Focal Utopia 2022 KZ ZSN Pro X
Type
Open-back
IEM

Focal Utopia 2022

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • −Requires amplifier (most)
  • −No active noise cancellation
  • −Impractical for commuting

KZ ZSN Pro X

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • −Requires amplifier (most)
  • −No active noise cancellation
  • −Impractical for commuting

FAQ: Focal Utopia 2022 vs KZ ZSN Pro X

Which is better, Focal Utopia 2022 or KZ ZSN Pro X? +

Focal Utopia 2022 scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 22. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Focal Utopia 2022 worth the price? +

At $4,999, Focal Utopia 2022 delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in battery.

Is KZ ZSN Pro X worth the price? +

At $25, KZ ZSN Pro X delivers a Specdex score of 74 — strongest in battery.

Does Focal Utopia 2022 or KZ ZSN Pro X last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, Focal Utopia 2022 or KZ ZSN Pro X? +

Focal Utopia 2022 — leads on sound (96 vs 74). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is the better value, Focal Utopia 2022 or KZ ZSN Pro X? +

KZ ZSN Pro X — more score per dollar ($25 vs $4,999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.