KZ
KZ ZSN Pro X
IEM
74
/ 100
From $25
VS
HiFiMan Susvara wins by 22
HiFiMan
HiFiMan Susvara
Planar magnetic
96
/ 100
From $5,999
Specdex verdict
HiFiMan Susvara takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, KZ ZSN Pro X lands at 74 and HiFiMan Susvara at 96. That puts HiFiMan Susvara ahead by 22 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick KZ ZSN Pro X if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Pick HiFiMan Susvara if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
KZ ZSN Pro X 74
vs 96 HiFiMan Susvara
Score breakdown
KZ ZSN Pro X
74 anc 0
sound 74
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
HiFiMan Susvara
96 anc 0
sound 96
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | KZ ZSN Pro X | HiFiMan Susvara |
|---|---|---|
| Type | IEM | Planar magnetic |
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
HiFiMan Susvara
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: KZ ZSN Pro X vs HiFiMan Susvara
Which is better, KZ ZSN Pro X or HiFiMan Susvara? +
HiFiMan Susvara scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 22. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is KZ ZSN Pro X worth the price? +
At $25, KZ ZSN Pro X delivers a Specdex score of 74 — strongest in battery.
Is HiFiMan Susvara worth the price? +
At $5,999, HiFiMan Susvara delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in battery.
Does KZ ZSN Pro X or HiFiMan Susvara 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.