A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Huawei FreeBuds 5i IP54

Technics EAH AZ60 IPX4

Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IP54, the Huawei FreeBuds 5i's rating for solids indicates that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety, and the second value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Compared to the Huawei FreeBuds 5i, Technics EAH AZ60 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Weight

Huawei FreeBuds 5i 9.2g

Technics EAH AZ60 14g

The Huawei FreeBuds 5i have a weight of 9.2g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to move with.

Technics EAH AZ60, at 14g are heavier than the Huawei FreeBuds 5i with a difference of 4.8g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Huawei FreeBuds 5i are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds together.

Technics EAH AZ60 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5i are resistant to sweat

Technics EAH AZ60's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5i have stereo speakers, what this means is that Huawei FreeBuds 5i's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Technics EAH AZ60 also have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Active noise cancellation uses more advanced technology to actively cancel noise. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Huawei FreeBuds 5i have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise.

Technics EAH AZ60 too have ANC which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. The Huawei FreeBuds 5i and Technics EAH AZ60 work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

The Huawei FreeBuds 5i stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces your environment sounds well as preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Huawei FreeBuds 5i 10mm

Technics EAH AZ60 8mm

Huawei FreeBuds 5i driver unit is 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the device.

Technics EAH AZ60 driver unit is 8mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Huawei FreeBuds 5i by 2mm , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Huawei FreeBuds 5i 20Hz

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

The Huawei FreeBuds 5i's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Highest Frequency

Huawei FreeBuds 5i 40000Hz

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

Huawei FreeBuds 5i's highest frequency is at 40000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.

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Battery Life

Huawei FreeBuds 5i 7.5hours

Technics EAH AZ60 7.5hours

Huawei FreeBuds 5i's battery life is 7.5 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Technics EAH AZ60's battery life is equal to that of the Huawei FreeBuds 5i . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Huawei FreeBuds 5i 20.5hours

Technics EAH AZ60 25hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and the Huawei FreeBuds 5i's case is said to have a full charge of 20.5 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.

Technics EAH AZ60's charging case has a battery life of 25 hours, more than that of Huawei FreeBuds 5i by 4.5 hours

Charge Time

Huawei FreeBuds 5i 1hours

Technics EAH AZ60 2hours

It takes 1 hours to fully charge the Huawei FreeBuds 5i's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods.

Technics EAH AZ60 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Huawei FreeBuds 5i by 1 hours

Battery Power

Huawei FreeBuds 5i 55mAh

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

Huawei FreeBuds 5i's battery capacity is 55mAh, battery power, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5i have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.

Technics EAH AZ60 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5i have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Technics EAH AZ60 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Huawei FreeBuds 5i v5.2

Technics EAH AZ60 v5.2

The Huawei FreeBuds 5i have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Technics EAH AZ60 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the Huawei FreeBuds 5i . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Huawei FreeBuds 5i 10meters

Technics EAH AZ60 10meters

The Huawei FreeBuds 5i have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Technics EAH AZ60 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Huawei FreeBuds 5i

Has Aac

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✗

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Technics EAH AZ60 will work fine with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

Has Ldac

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

The Huawei FreeBuds 5i support LDAC, a codec developed by Sony which allows streaming high-resolution audio over Bluetooth connections at up to 990 kbps at 32 bit/96 kHz. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, providing high-resolution audio.

Technics EAH AZ60 support it as well, LDAC, can automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps for stability.

Audio Latency

Huawei FreeBuds 5i 94ms

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

Latency refers to the time it takes for the audio signal to be transmitted to your earbuds. Huawei FreeBuds 5i have a latency of 94ms, a lower latency reduces audio lag and is particularly important when playing games or watching videos.

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Number Of Microphones

Huawei FreeBuds 5i 4only

Technics EAH AZ60 8only

The Huawei FreeBuds 5i have 4 microphones.

While the Technics EAH AZ60 microphones are 8, more than that of Huawei FreeBuds 5i by 4 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5i use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The Technics EAH AZ60 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.

Mic Sensitivity

Huawei FreeBuds 5i -47dBV/Pa

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

Huawei FreeBuds 5i microphone sensitivity is measured at -47dBV/Pa. The size of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the microphone can pick up.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5i support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing them

The Technics EAH AZ60 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

The Huawei FreeBuds 5i have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Huawei FreeBuds 5i have a find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5i support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

Technics EAH AZ60 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Huawei FreeBuds 5i 2only

Technics EAH AZ60 2only

Huawei FreeBuds 5i support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Technics EAH AZ60 have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Huawei FreeBuds 5i . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another device.

Has A Mute Function

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5i have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Technics EAH AZ60 also have this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

With the Huawei FreeBuds 5i, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

The Technics EAH AZ60 too have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5i support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

The Technics EAH AZ60 also support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Huawei FreeBuds 5i ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

The Huawei FreeBuds 5i come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your bag without a cover can easily damage them.

Technics EAH AZ60 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Huawei FreeBuds 5i	Technics EAH AZ60
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP54	IPX4
	weight	9.2g	14g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	10mm	8mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	✗
	highest frequency	40000Hz	✗
POWER	battery life	7.5hours	7.5hours
	battery life of charging case	20.5hours	25hours
	charge time	1hours	2hours
	battery power	55mAh	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✗	✓
	has ldac	✓	✓
	audio latency	94ms	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	4only	8only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	mic sensitivity	-47dBV/Pa	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✗
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✗
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by feature comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Battery Power

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Ldac

Audio Latency

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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