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 protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Technics EAH AZ100's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, 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 Technics EAH AZ100, Beoplay EX have a rating of IP57 meaning 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 that of liquids is that,
Beoplay EX has a higher liquid rating than Technics EAH AZ100
The Technics EAH AZ100 have a weight of 11.8g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.
Beoplay EX, at 12g
are heavier than the Technics EAH AZ100 by of 0.2g
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ100 are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .
Beoplay EX also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the two earbuds together. Technics EAH AZ100 have sweat resistance
Beoplay EX's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Technics EAH AZ100 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Beoplay EX and Technics EAH AZ100 have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation utilises advanced technology to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 hence "diluting" the noise.
Technics EAH AZ100 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise. Beoplay EX too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time.
Technics EAH AZ100 stay well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both Beoplay EX, and Technics EAH AZ100 have passive noise reduction this means that both limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. Technics EAH AZ100 have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size dictates the loudness of the earbuds. Beoplay EX driver unit is 9.2mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 0.8mm
, 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 imply that they deliver better quality sound.
The Technics EAH AZ100's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through. Beoplay EX's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices produce equal bass
Technics EAH AZ100's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. Beoplay EX's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
Technics EAH AZ100 can produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Beoplay EX
Technics EAH AZ100's battery life is 12 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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Beoplay EX's battery life is
less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 4 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Technics EAH AZ100's case is said to have a full charge of 18 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself. Beoplay EX's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours,
more than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 2 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Technics EAH AZ100's battery.
It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods. Beoplay EX takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 0.5 hours
Technics EAH AZ100 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your device and case.
Beoplay EX too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. Technics EAH AZ100 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Beoplay EX too use USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. The Technics EAH AZ100 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Beoplay EX has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
older than that of Technics EAH AZ100
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Technics EAH AZ100 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Beoplay EX have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ100
Technics EAH AZ100 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 a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Technics EAH AZ100 will work fine with your iPhone. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Beoplay EX 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 Technics EAH AZ100 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, which provides high-resolution audio. The Technics EAH AZ100 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. The Beoplay EX too have a noise-canceling type of microphone.
Especially useful in noisy areas. Technics EAH AZ100 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them
The Beoplay EX 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 jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic. Technics EAH AZ100 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears .
When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Technics EAH AZ100 have a find earbuds feature.
The Technics EAH AZ100 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Also the Beoplay EX support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes. The Technics EAH AZ100 have a multipoint of 3 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
Say, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Beoplay EX support multipoint count of 2,
less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 1 only
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications from another device. Technics EAH AZ100 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The Beoplay EX too have this function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk. The Technics EAH AZ100, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
Beoplay EX also have a control panel on them. The Technics EAH AZ100 have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
Beoplay EX also support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them. Technics EAH AZ100 come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a cover can easily damage them.
Beoplay EX also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
