IP ratings is the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring IP66, the JLab Epic Air Sport's rating is read as, the first number of 6 denotes 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..
In comparison 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,
JLab Epic Air Sport has a higher liquid rating than Technics EAH AZ80
The JLab Epic Air Sport have a weight of 20g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport. Technics EAH AZ80, at 14g
are lighter than the JLab Epic Air Sport with a difference -6g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JLab Epic Air Sport are true wireless for this case since they have no wires.
This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds together. Technics EAH AZ80 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds .
JLab Epic Air Sport have wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit. JLab Epic Air Sport have sweat resistance
Technics EAH AZ80's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JLab Epic Air Sport have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Technics EAH AZ80 and JLab Epic Air Sport have stereo speakers
ANC uses advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 thus "diluting" the noise.
JLab Epic Air Sport have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds. The Technics EAH AZ80 too have Active Noise Cancellation making both earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. The JLab Epic Air Sport and Technics EAH AZ80 operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that suites your chill time.
JLab Epic Air Sport sit tightly in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces background noise while preventing the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both Technics EAH AZ80, and JLab Epic Air Sport have passive noise reduction which means 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. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size determines the sound produced by 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
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. 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 on its way through.
Technics EAH AZ80's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal bass
JLab Epic Air Sport's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component makes high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. Technics EAH AZ80's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that
Technics EAH AZ80 can generate 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.
The JLab Epic Air Sport's battery life is 15 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. 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 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 playing 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 JLab Epic Air Sport's case has a full charge of 55 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge 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 takes 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 in storage 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 just place down on a compatible charging pad. Technics EAH AZ80 also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device. The JLab Epic Air Sport have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case. Technics EAH AZ80 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery. JLab Epic Air Sport support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Technics EAH AZ80 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. JLab Epic Air Sport have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement 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. The JLab Epic Air Sport have a 10meters distance to connect 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. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same 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 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. 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.
JLab Epic Air Sport have 6 microphones. The Technics EAH AZ80 microphones are 8,
more than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise. The JLab Epic Air Sport use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the desired sound.
The Technics EAH AZ80 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas. JLab Epic Air Sport support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing them
The Technics EAH AZ80 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 run but would still want to hear traffic.
The JLab Epic Air Sport support 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. The JLab Epic Air Sport support fast charging.
Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of 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 fills up much faster.
For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. The JLab Epic Air Sport, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. Technics EAH AZ80 also have a control panel on them.
The 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 that has followed instruction manuals. When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs. Technics EAH AZ80 have a warranty period of 1Years,
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 1 Years
.
JLab Epic Air Sport support voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. Technics EAH AZ80 too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them. JLab Epic Air Sport come with their own special case.
Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your bag without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Technics EAH AZ80 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
