IP ratings refer to the level of protection offered by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IP66, the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC'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..
In comparison to the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, 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 Audio Epic Air Sport ANC has a higher liquid rating than Technics EAH AZ80
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a weight of 20g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry. The Technics EAH AZ80, at 14g
weigh less than the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by -6g
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires.
This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds .
Technics EAH AZ80 also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the two earbuds .
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are resistant to sweat
Technics EAH AZ80's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 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 Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds.
How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 hence "diluting" the noise.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.
Technics EAH AZ80 too have ANC making either of the devices ideal for flights and morning travels. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC and Technics EAH AZ80 operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC sit well in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces background sounds well as preventing the device music from leaking out at the same.
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size determines the loudness of the device.
Technics EAH AZ80 driver unit is 10mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 2mm
, a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component produces low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Technics EAH AZ80's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device makes high recognizable frequencies and if it changes 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 Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
SPL, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's measurement is 110dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC'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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Technics EAH AZ80's battery life is
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 7.5 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time.
The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. This is given by the manufacturer, and the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's case is said to have a charge of 55 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several 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 Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 37.5 hours
It requires 3 hours to fully charge the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Technics EAH AZ80 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 1 hours
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad. Technics EAH AZ80 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and case. Technics EAH AZ80 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support 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 Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Technics EAH AZ80 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3,
newer than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Technics EAH AZ80 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC will work fine with your MacBook.
If you intend on using these with Android , 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 Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have 6 microphones. Technics EAH AZ80 microphones are 8,
more than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the desired sound.
The Technics EAH AZ80 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing them
The Technics EAH AZ80 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
The Technics EAH AZ80 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds.
The Technics EAH AZ80 too 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 Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. The Technics EAH AZ80 also have a control panel on them. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 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.
If 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 Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 1 Years
.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
Technics EAH AZ80 also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside 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.
