Jordan Zion 3 SE
Released 4/2024, Low Top, Zion Williamson,
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7.5
EXPERT RATING
4 reviews
8.2
USER RATING
3 ratings
The Jordan Zion 3 SE upgrades the materials and lockdown, but the fit and traction are problematic.
Best Suitable For:
The Jordan Zion 3 SE is best for narrow-foot players who like a drop-in midsole setup.
Price Comparison:
Available at 3 shops | Official Retail Price: $149.99
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Weight & Sizing:
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Sizing:
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Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Jordan Zion 3 SE |  Nike Cosmic Unity |  Nike Lebron 22 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade 10 |  Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 12 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 7.5 | 8.8(1.3) | 8.6(1.1) | 8.9(1.4) | 8.8(1.3) | 8.9(1.4) | |
| User Rating | 8.2 | 8.7(0.5) | 9.1(0.9) | 9.5(1.3) | 9.3(1.1) | 9.4(1.2) | |
| Best Price | $82.97 $150 | $160 | $179.99 | $225 | $66.97 $170 | $149 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | 400g - 410g | NA | 360g - 370g | 410g - 430g | NA |
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Jordan Zion 3 SE Review
Pros:
Upgraded drop-in midsole
Materials feel better
Cons:
Runs extremely narrow
Dust heavily affects the traction
Performance of the Jordan Zion 3 SE:
The Jordan Zion 3 SE is Jordan Brand's attempt to upgrade the standard Zion 3 that doesn't hit the mark.
The traction performs well on clean courts only. The outsole picks up tons of dust, causing players to slide on dirtier courts.
The updated drop-in midsole features full-length Zoom but loses the shank. The performance is better for shock absorption but worse for bounciness.
The materials feel more premium without losing much breathability.
Jordan Brand added a midfoot strap on the SE version. Coupled with the heel counter, it keeps your foot contained nicely. However, the narrow fit negates the added benefits of the improved support and lockdown.
The cons of the updated Jordan Zion 3 SE outweigh the pros. The performance is held back by the traction and fit.
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Expert Reviews of the Jordan Zion 3 SE:
Expert Rating: 7.5 (ranks #316 of 333)
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8.1
May 3, 2024
I want to love the Jordan Zion 3 SE but the fit and traction cause too many problems. The cushioning is impressive and I enjoy the materials, though.
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7.8
May 3, 2024
I can't recommend the Jordan Zion 3 SE because of the lack of traction. All the other features perform well, but it's not enough to compensate for the traction.
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7.2
May 7, 2024
The Jordan Zion 3 SE is a clunky shoe with poor traction performance. The cushioning feels good, and the shoe is extra supportive, though.
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6.8
May 3, 2024
I'm not the best person to judge these shoes. The Jordan Zion 3 SE does not line up with my foot shape. The lockdown is impressive, but the fit hurts.
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User Reviews of the Jordan Zion 3 SE:
User Rating: 8.2 (ranks #249 of 333)
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10.0
June 10, 2024
This is the best shoe Nike has ever produced! 10/10 my son recommends this shoe for every baller
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5.6
September 7, 2024
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Traction of the Jordan Zion 3 SE:
Expert Traction Rating: 6.5 (ranks #327 of 333)
User Traction Rating: 7.3 (ranks #295 of 333)
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7.0
May 3, 2024
The traction pattern is the same as the standard Zion 3. The performance works on clean courts, but dirty floors cause problematic sliding.
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7.0
May 3, 2024
The traction performance is not great. It only plays well on clean courts.
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5.0
May 7, 2024
The traction performance was terrible for me. I slid like crazy in this pair.
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7.0
May 3, 2024
The traction is tackier than the standard version but quickly picks up dust.
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Cushion of the Jordan Zion 3 SE:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.3 (ranks #186 of 333)
User Cushion Rating: 9.0 (ranks #80 of 333)
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9.0
May 3, 2024
The drop-in midsole is soft underfoot, and it offers decent impact protection. The full-length Zoom is a major improvement.
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8.0
May 3, 2024
The full-length drop-in midsole features full-length Zoom. The cushioning is comfortable and somewhat low to the ground. There's also lots of impact protection.
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9.0
May 7, 2024
The full-length Zoom makes the cushioning my favourite feature. I felt extremely bouncy and well-protected in terms of impact protection.
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7.0
May 3, 2024
The updated drop-in midsole offers more shock absorption while sacrificing bounciness.
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Materials of the Jordan Zion 3 SE:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #190 of 333)
User Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #213 of 333)
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9.0
May 3, 2024
The materials are an upgrade on the SE version. I like the nubuck and the other raw materials over the mesh used on the standard version.
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8.0
May 3, 2024
The materials feel more premium on the SE version. It gets the job done performance-wise.
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7.0
May 7, 2024
I dislike the nubuck material. I prefer the comfort of the regular version. The upper is supportive, though.
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8.0
May 3, 2024
The uppers are mainly synthetic leather, which is an upgrade. The Formula 23 midsole doesn't hold onto heat, which is nice.
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Support of the Jordan Zion 3 SE:
Expert Support Rating: 8.0 (ranks #235 of 333)
User Support Rating: 8.7 (ranks #135 of 333)
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9.0
May 3, 2024
The heel counter contains your foot in the back of the shoe well. There's lots of lateral support and containment with the side walls and the midfoot strap.
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8.0
May 3, 2024
I like the heel counter and Achilles pillows. My foot felt contained during side-to-side movements, too. The strap also helps contain your midfoot.
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9.0
May 7, 2024
The torsional support is solid, and the strap provides extra lockdown.
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6.0
May 3, 2024
I'm a fan of the dorsal retention strap. The strap and heel counter combine to keep your heel locked in. The fit negates a lot of the support benefits, though.
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Fit of the Jordan Zion 3 SE:
Expert Fit Rating: 6.6 (ranks #329 of 333)
User Fit Rating: 8.0 (ranks #245 of 333)
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6.5
May 3, 2024
The fit feels the same as the standard Zion 3. I had some extra length in the forefoot area. The narrow width bothers me.
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8.0
May 3, 2024
The fit feels narrow, and the forefoot is snug. Just be careful if you have wide feet.
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6.0
May 7, 2024
The fit is extremely snug. The nubuck material squeezed my pinky toe, and it felt uncomfortable.
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6.0
May 3, 2024
The fit is incredibly narrow. The shape of the shoe continues to cause problems for wider feet.
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Durability of the Jordan Zion 3 SE:
User Durability Rating: 8.0 (ranks #230 of 333)
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Outdoor of the Jordan Zion 3 SE:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 25.0 (ranks #189 of 333)
User Outdoor Rating: 25.0 (ranks #260 of 333)
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fair
May 7, 2024
The rubber compound is hard enough for outdoor use.
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May 3, 2024
I would not recommend using this shoe outdoors because the rubber depth is too shallow.
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Width of the Jordan Zion 3 SE:
very narrow
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very narrow
May 3, 2024
The width is extremely narrow.
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regularly wide
May 3, 2024
The shoe is narrow.
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very narrow
May 7, 2024
The width is incredibly narrow.
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very narrow
May 3, 2024
I wouldn't recommend this shoe for wider feet.
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Size of the Jordan Zion 3 SE:
very small
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slightly small
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true to size
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slightly long
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very long
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½ size small
May 3, 2024
I went up half a size.
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½ size small
May 3, 2024
Go true to size if you have narrow or medium feet. Go up half a size if you have wide feet.
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½ size small
May 7, 2024
I went up half a size.
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½ size small
May 3, 2024
Narrow feet can go true to size. Medium feet can go up half a size for a performance fit or up a full size for a roomier fit.
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