IP ratings is the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Having a value of IP66, the JLab Epic Air Sport's rating for solids indicates that they are completely dust proof, and of liquids that they can withstand high pressure jet that's 12.5mm diameter, similar to fire hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 meters..
Compared to the JLab Epic Air Sport, Technics EAH AZ80 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Technics EAH AZ80 has a lower liquid rating than JLab Epic Air Sport
The JLab Epic Air Sport have a weight of 20g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. The Technics EAH AZ80, at 14g
weigh less than the JLab Epic Air Sport by -6g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, JLab Epic Air Sport are true wireless for this case since they have no cables.
This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
Technics EAH AZ80 also is true wireless because it has no cables linking the two earbuds .
The JLab Epic Air Sport come with wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit. JLab Epic Air Sport are resistant to sweat
Technics EAH AZ80's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JLab Epic Air Sport have stereo speakers, what this means is that JLab Epic Air Sport'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 AZ80 also have stereo speakers
ANC uses advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds.
How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 hence "diluting" the noise.
The JLab Epic Air Sport have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.
Technics EAH AZ80 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. The JLab Epic Air Sport and Technics EAH AZ80 operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that enhances your chill time. JLab Epic Air Sport sit well in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces background noise well as preventing the device sound from leaking out at the same.
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The JLab Epic Air Sport have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size determines the loudness of the earbuds.
Technics EAH AZ80 driver unit is 10mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 2mm
, a common assumption 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound. The JLab Epic Air Sport's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.
Technics EAH AZ80's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
The JLab Epic Air Sport's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device produces high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. Technics EAH AZ80's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that
Technics EAH AZ80 produce a clearer and crispier treble than the JLab Epic Air Sport
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JLab Epic Air Sport's measurement is 110dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
JLab Epic Air Sport's battery life is 15 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Technics EAH AZ80's battery life is
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 7.5 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time.
The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. This is given by the vendor, and the JLab Epic Air Sport's case has a full charge of 55 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.
Technics EAH AZ80's charging case has a battery life of 17.5 hours,
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 37.5 hours
It requires 3 hours to fully charge the JLab Epic Air Sport's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods. Technics EAH AZ80 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 1 hours
JLab Epic Air Sport, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the device, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad. Technics EAH AZ80 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds. The JLab Epic Air Sport have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and charging case. Technics EAH AZ80 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. JLab Epic Air Sport use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Technics EAH AZ80 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. JLab Epic Air Sport have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Technics EAH AZ80 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3,
newer than that of JLab Epic Air Sport
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. JLab Epic Air Sport have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Technics EAH AZ80 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JLab Epic Air Sport
JLab Epic Air Sport support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since 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 JLab Epic Air Sport will work fine with your iPhone.
If you are planning 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. The Technics EAH AZ80 support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.
The JLab Epic Air Sport have 6 microphones. Technics EAH AZ80 microphones are 8,
more than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds. JLab Epic Air Sport use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.
The Technics EAH AZ80 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy environments. JLab Epic Air Sport support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Technics EAH AZ80 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic.
The JLab Epic Air Sport have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. Technics EAH AZ80 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. JLab Epic Air Sport support fast charging.
Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds. Also the Technics EAH AZ80 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes. The JLab Epic Air Sport, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. Technics EAH AZ80 also have a control panel on them.
JLab Epic Air Sport have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals. If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Technics EAH AZ80 have a warranty period of 1Years,
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 1 Years
.
The JLab Epic Air Sport have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. The Technics EAH AZ80 also support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device. JLab Epic Air Sport come with their own special pouch.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily damage them. Technics EAH AZ80 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
