
KZ ZVX Pro vs Sivga SM100: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sivga SM100 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 78. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Score breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Specifications
| Spec | KZ ZVX Pro | Sivga SM100 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wired IEMs | Wired IEMs |
| Price (USD) | $19 | $35 |
| HearWiki score | 68 / 100 · Good | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2024 | 2026 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | Inner Magnetic Dynamic Driver | single dynamic driver, dual-chamber PU + sapphire-like ceramic composite diaphragm |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-40kHz | 20Hz-40kHz |
| Impedance | 18 Ω | 27 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB/mW | 107 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | none |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| Controls | none | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | - | 7 g |
| Water resistance | - | none |
| Detachable cable | Yes | Yes |
| USB-C | No | No |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 1 |
What reviewers said
KZ ZVX Pro
The KZ ZVX Pro is a budget-friendly wired IEM built with a sturdy all-metal shell and a detachable cable for easy upgrades. It delivers punchy, textured bass with solid extension, along with good imaging and soundstage for its price, though its tuning leans slightly away from neutral and has a notable peak around 8 kHz. Passive isolation is just average, making it less ideal for noisy environments.
- Pro:Punchy, textured bass with strong extension
- Pro:Good imaging and soundstage for the price
- Pro:Durable all-metal construction
- Con:Minor 8 kHz peak can add brightness
- Con:Tuning is not perfectly neutral
- Con:Passive isolation is only average
Sivga SM100
The Sivga SM100 is a budget-friendly single-dynamic-driver IEM that punches above its price class with an open, cohesive sound signature. It delivers impressive detail retrieval and well-controlled bass for the cost, though it does compromise on sub-bass depth and top-end airiness. Overall, it's a solid pick for listeners who value clarity and balance over extreme extension.
- Pro:Excellent clarity and detail for the price
- Pro:Balanced, cohesive tuning with controlled bass
- Pro:Lightweight and comfortable with detachable cable
- Con:Sub-bass extension is limited
- Con:Treble rolls off noticeably in the upper frequencies
- Con:No wireless or multipoint connectivity options
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