KZ EDX Ultra VS Sonic Memory SM1 Lite

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KZ EDX Ultra and Sonic Memory SM1 Lite use 2DD and 1x Dynamic (10mm) driver setups respectively. KZ EDX Ultra costs $22 while Sonic Memory SM1 Lite costs $19. KZ EDX Ultra is $3 more expensive. Sonic Memory SM1 Lite holds a clear 0.8-point edge in reviewer scores (5.3 vs 6).

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Metric KZ EDX Ultra Sonic Memory SM1 Lite
Bass 5 6
Mids 5 6
Treble 3 6
Details 5 6
Imaging 4 6
Dynamics 4 6
Tonality 4.3 6
Technicalities 4.3 6
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KZ EDX Ultra Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Head-Fi.org

Average Reviewer Score:

5.3

Mixed to Negative

Sonic Memory SM1 Lite Aggregated Review Score

Average Reviewer Scores

Audio Amigo

Average Reviewer Score:

6

Mixed to Positive

Reviews Comparison

KZ EDX Ultra (more reviews)

KZ EDX Ultra reviewed by Precogvision

Precogvision 3.8 Reviewer Score
C- Tuning
C- Tech
Far too bright in the upper-treble, but reasonably decent otherwise.

Precogvision original ranking

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Bass: C+ Mids: C+ Treble: D Dynamics: C- Details: C+ Imaging: C-

KZ EDX Ultra reviewed by Head-Fi.org

Head-Fi.org 6.7 * score rescaled + normalized
4 community members have rated the KZ EDX Ultra at an average of 4.3/5 on Head-Fi. Overall sentiment: Excellent.

URL to full Review

Head-Fi.org original ranking

Sonic Memory SM1 Lite (more reviews)

Sonic Memory SM1 Lite reviewed by Audio Amigo

Audio Amigo 6 * score rescaled + normalized
A slightly more V-shaped Chu 2. Perfumed unboxing and fantastic acessories including an analog dongle.

Audio Amigo original ranking

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KZ EDX Ultra User Review Score

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KZ EDX Ultra Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

4.3

Gaming Grade

C-

Sonic Memory SM1 Lite Gaming Score

Gaming Score & Grade

  • The gaming score is prioritizing technical capabilities of the IEM (Separation, Layering, Soundstage) and good value.

Gaming Score

6

Gaming Grade

B

KZ EDX Ultra Scorings

Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

C-
  • The tuning lacks refinement, jumping between dull and shouty without settling. Vocals frequently sound off-kilter.

Average Technical Grade

C-
  • Resolution is limited, masking finer nuances and narrowing the soundstage. Busy mixes still overwhelm it with ease.
Bass C+
Low-end delivery feels competent yet unremarkable, keeping a safe profile. Low-end bloom is kept in check.
Mids C+
It presents a stable midrange foundation suitable for everyday listening. Clarity is serviceable without standing out.
Treble D
Expect treble that alternates between muted and splashy in the same track. Cymbals sound inconsistent across tracks.
Dynamics C-
Dynamics are average—competent yet lacking real excitement. It keeps music listenable but uninspiring.
Details C+
Ambient cues appear, albeit with softer focus than die-hard resolution seekers may prefer. You can follow supporting instruments well.
Imaging C-
Separation is good enough for casual listening yet misses audiophile precision. Depth remains limited but present.
Gaming C-
Minimal environmental definition provides only general audio cues. Suitable for games where positioning isn't critical.

Sonic Memory SM1 Lite Scorings

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