Wired IEMs
KZ ZVX Pro
68Good
$19
Full review dataKZ ZVX Pro vs TRUTHEAR HEXA: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the TRUTHEAR HEXA comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 78. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: TRUTHEAR HEXA - Great overall at around $25.
Wired IEMs
TRUTHEAR HEXA
78Great
$25
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
KZ ZVX Pro
Sound7.0
Value8.0
TRUTHEAR HEXA
Sound7.8
Value8.2
Specifications
| Spec | KZ ZVX Pro | TRUTHEAR HEXA |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wired IEMs | Wired IEMs |
| Price (USD) | $19 | $25 |
| HearWiki score | 68 / 100 · Good | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2024 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | Inner Magnetic Dynamic Driver | 1DD+3BA Hybrid |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 4 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-40kHz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 18 Ω | 20.5 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB/mW | 120 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | No |
| Controls | none | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | - | 6 g |
| Detachable cable | Yes | Yes |
| USB-C | No | No |
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
TRUTHEAR HEXA
The TRUTHEAR HEXA is a hybrid in-ear monitor that combines a single 10mm dynamic driver with three balanced armatures to deliver a balanced, neutral-leaning sound with a slight warmth. Priced around $90, it offers a comfortable fit, solid build, and good passive isolation, making it a strong value pick for critical listening, though its bass response is somewhat restrained and the soundstage feels intimate rather than expansive. Its technical performance is competent for the price, but it's not particularly suited for gaming or high-energy activities.
- Pro:Comfortable and lightweight design
- Pro:Excellent passive noise isolation
- Pro:Balanced, neutral tuning with a touch of warmth
- Con:Bass is somewhat restrained
- Con:Soundstage is fairly intimate
- Con:Not ideal for gaming due to mediocre imaging
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