IP ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Technics EAH AZ100's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids 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, Beats Fit Pro have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
they both have the same rating against liquids
The Technics EAH AZ100 have a weight of 11.8g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to transport.
Beats Fit Pro, at 11.2g
weigh less than the Technics EAH AZ100 with a difference -0.6g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ100 are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .
Beats Fit Pro also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the pair of earbuds together. Technics EAH AZ100 are resistant to sweat
Beats Fit Pro'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, what this means is that Technics EAH AZ100's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Beats Fit Pro and Technics EAH AZ100 have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of advanced technology to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
Technics EAH AZ100 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise. Beats Fit Pro too have ANC making both earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that suits your commute or that enhances your relaxation time.
Technics EAH AZ100 sit tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out at the same. Both Beats Fit Pro, and Technics EAH AZ100 have passive noise reduction this implies that they tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. Technics EAH AZ100 have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size determines the sound produced by the device. Beats Fit Pro driver unit is 9.5mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 0.5mm
, 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 it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.
Technics EAH AZ100's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Beats Fit Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
Technics EAH AZ100's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Beats Fit Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
Technics EAH AZ100 can produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Beats Fit Pro
Technics EAH AZ100's battery life is 12 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge.
A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Beats Fit Pro's battery life is
less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 5 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
This is given by the manufacturer, and the Technics EAH AZ100's case is said to have a full charge of 18 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself. Beats Fit Pro's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours,
more than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 3 hours
It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Technics EAH AZ100's battery.
It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods. Beats Fit Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 1 hours
The Technics EAH AZ100 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.
Beats Fit Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The Technics EAH AZ100 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Beats Fit Pro too support USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. The Technics EAH AZ100 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Beats Fit Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5,
older than that of Technics EAH AZ100
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Technics EAH AZ100 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Beats Fit Pro have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ100
Technics EAH AZ100 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 the same bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Technics EAH AZ100 will work fine with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Beats Fit Pro 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 can reach a high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high-resolution audio. Technics EAH AZ100 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the desired sound. The Beats Fit Pro too have a noise-canceling type of microphone.
Especially useful in noisy areas. The Technics EAH AZ100 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Beats Fit Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic. Technics EAH AZ100 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .
The Beats Fit Pro support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.
If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Technics EAH AZ100 support the find earbuds feature. Beats Fit Pro too have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to locate them.
Technics EAH AZ100 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. The Beats Fit Pro too support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. The Technics EAH AZ100 support multipoint of 3 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Beats Fit Pro 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 and not miss notifications from another connected device. Technics EAH AZ100 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The Beats Fit Pro also support the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice. The Technics EAH AZ100, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
The Beats Fit Pro also have a control panel on them. Technics EAH AZ100 have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
The Beats Fit Pro also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds. The Technics EAH AZ100 come with their own special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Beats Fit Pro too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
