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Beats urBeats3 vs KZ PRX: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Beats urBeats3 vs KZ PRX, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

KZ PRX leads on 4 of 4 measures.

  • Beats urBeats3
  • KZ PRX
HearWiki score
-
80
Sound
-
7.8
Value
-
8.6
Price (USD)
$60
$55

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

The KZ PRX is 8 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price. For 8 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

  • urBeats32016
  • PRX20248 yr newer

Specifications

urBeats3PRX
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$60
$55
HearWiki score
Not scored
80
Released
2016
2024
Availability
Discontinued
Still sold new
Driver
dynamic
planar magnetic
Driver type
dynamic
planar
Drivers per side
1
-
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Impedance
32 Ω
15 Ω
Active noise cancelling
No
-
Controls
buttons
-
Voice assistant
Siri
-
Weight
8.5 g
-
Water resistance
none
-
Detachable cable
No
-
USB-C
No
-
Microphones
1
-

What reviewers said

Beats urBeats3

These wired earbuds focus on passive noise isolation, using a snug fit and included ear tips to physically reduce surrounding noise rather than relying on active circuitry. They are lightweight and simple, with a single-button remote for basic controls and Siri support on compatible devices. Aimed at budget-minded listeners, they offer a straightforward, no-frills listening experience without wireless features or water resistance.

  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for everyday use
  • Pro:Passive noise isolation helps block ambient sounds
  • Pro:Simple wired connection ensures reliable audio
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or wireless capability
  • Con:Cable is not detachable, limiting replacement options
  • Con:Lacks water resistance for workouts or rainy conditions

KZ PRX

The KZ PRX is a budget-friendly planar magnetic IEM that offers a balanced, warm-leaning sound with strong detail retrieval and capable imaging for its price. It excels in sub-bass presence and smooth mids, though it demands proper amplification and ear tips to perform at its best. Its soundstage is decent but not exceptionally wide, and the stock cable is a noted weak point.

  • Pro:Excellent value for a planar IEM
  • Pro:Balanced, warm sound with good detail
  • Pro:Strong imaging and separation for the price
  • Con:Requires a capable source and good ear tips
  • Con:Stock cable limits performance
  • Con:Soundstage is only medium-sized

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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