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KZ PRX vs SORATUNE YI01: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the KZ PRX comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 80. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: KZ PRX - Great overall at around $55.

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.

  • KZ PRX
  • SORATUNE YI01
HearWiki score
80
69
Sound
7.8
7.4
Value
8.6
-
Price (USD)
$55
$69

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

Both shipped in 2024. These are 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.

  • PRX2024
  • YI012024

Specifications

PRXYI01
Type
Wired IEMs
Wired IEMs
Price (USD)
$55
$69
HearWiki score
80
69
Released
2024
2024
Availability
Still sold new
Discontinued
Driver
planar magnetic
2DD
Driver type
planar
dynamic
Driver configuration
-
2DD
Drivers per side
-
2
Impedance
15 Ω
9 Ω
Sensitivity
-
101 dB/mW
Detachable cable
-
Yes
Connector
-
2-pin 0.78 mm

What reviewers said

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

SORATUNE YI01

A wired in-ear monitor featuring dual dynamic drivers housed in precision-machined aluminum alloy shells, targeting audiophiles and gamers with a focus on younger audiences. Its low 9-ohm impedance makes it easy to drive from most sources, while the detachable 2-pin cable adds versatility.

  • Pro:Dual dynamic drivers deliver rich, detailed sound
  • Pro:Sturdy CNC-machined aluminum alloy construction
  • Pro:Detachable 2-pin cable for easy replacement or upgrades
  • Con:No active noise cancellation, relying on passive isolation
  • Con:Low impedance may hiss with some sensitive sources
  • Con:Limited availability or brand recognition compared to mainstream options

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

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