Technics Eah Az100 Vs. Boult Audio Z40 Review

IP ratings is the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids 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 resistance against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX4, the Technics EAH AZ100's rating is read as, the first number 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, Boult Audio Z40 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, Technics EAH AZ100 has a lower liquid rating than Boult Audio Z40 The Technics EAH AZ100 have a weight of 11.8g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

Boult Audio Z40, at 40g are heavier than the Technics EAH AZ100 by of 28.2g True wireless devices have no cables connecting 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 difference since wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds together. Boult Audio Z40 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds . Technics EAH AZ100 have sweat resistance Boult Audio Z40's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc Technics EAH AZ100 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.

The Boult Audio Z40 also have stereo speakers ANC makes use of more advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

The Technics EAH AZ100 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds. Technics EAH AZ100 stay tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down your environment sounds well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

The Technics EAH AZ100 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds. Boult Audio Z40 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, making both devices similar in how loud their sound can get , 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. The Technics EAH AZ100'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 makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Boult Audio Z40's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices produce equal bass The Technics EAH AZ100's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component makes high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.

Boult Audio Z40's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that Technics EAH AZ100 produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Boult Audio Z40 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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Boult Audio Z40's battery life is less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 2 hours . Every time you recharge your device, 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. 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 allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.

Boult Audio Z40's charging case has a battery life of 50 hours, more than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 32 hours It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Technics EAH AZ100's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Boult Audio Z40 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 notifies you when the device has a low battery.

The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and charging case. Technics EAH AZ100 support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Boult Audio Z40 too have USB TYPE-C.

This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. Technics EAH AZ100 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Boult Audio Z40 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ100 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Technics EAH AZ100 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Boult Audio Z40 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 can provide 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 iPad. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Boult Audio Z40 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, providing high-resolution audio. The Technics EAH AZ100 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The Technics EAH AZ100 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing them Technics EAH AZ100 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears . Boult Audio Z40 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.

When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Technics EAH AZ100 support the find earbuds feature. The 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.

Boult Audio Z40 too 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 is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

Technics EAH AZ100 support multipoint of 3 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Technics EAH AZ100 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Boult Audio Z40 too have the mute function. It means that you unilaterally 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 earbuds.

Boult Audio Z40 too have a control panel on them. Technics EAH AZ100 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

The Boult Audio Z40 also have voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them. The Technics EAH AZ100 come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your bag without a cover may easily damage them.