Overall Score 7.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 6.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Technics EAH AZ100 | Boult Audio Z40 |
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DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IPX5 |
weight | 11.8g | 40g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✗ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
is dust proof and water-resistant | ✗ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✗ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 10mm | 10mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 40,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
POWER | battery life | 12hours | 10hours |
battery life of charging case | 18hours | 50hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 1.5hours | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✗ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.3 | v5.3 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
has ldac | ✓ | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | ✗ | 2only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✗ | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✗ |
has in/on-ear detection | ✓ | ✓ | |
has find earbuds feature | ✓ | ✗ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | 3only | ✗ | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | ✗ | 1Years | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✗ | |
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IP ratings refer to the rating of protection given by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of 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. In comparison 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,
Boult Audio Z40 has a higher liquid rating than Technics EAH AZ100
The Technics EAH AZ100 have a weight of 11.8g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.
The Boult Audio Z40, at 40g weigh more than the Technics EAH AZ100 with a difference of 28.2g For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables 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 since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds . Boult Audio Z40 also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the pair of earbuds together. Technics EAH AZ100 have sweat resistance Boult Audio Z40's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during 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 separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Boult Audio Z40 also have stereo speakers ANC utilises more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The Technics EAH AZ100 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise. Technics EAH AZ100 sit well in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces background sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out at the same. Both Boult Audio Z40, and Technics EAH AZ100 have passive noise reduction this implies that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
The Technics EAH AZ100 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the sound produced by the earbuds. Boult Audio Z40 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, making both Boult Audio Z40, and Technics EAH AZ100 similar in how loud their sound gets , 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 yeah, 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 inidcates how well an audio component generates 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 can make sound with equal bass
The Technics EAH AZ100's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device produces high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.
Boult Audio Z40's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that Technics EAH AZ100 can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Boult Audio Z40 The 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 requires fewer chargings. Boult Audio Z40's battery life is less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 2 hours . Every 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 no longer play for long like they used to. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Technics EAH AZ100's case is said to have a charge of 18 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge 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 when they have been in storage for long periods. Boult Audio Z40 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 0.5 hours The Technics EAH AZ100 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your earbuds and charging case. Technics EAH AZ100 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Boult Audio Z40 too have 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 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 connecting 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 that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.
Because 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 well with your iPad. 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 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 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. The Technics EAH AZ100 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds The Technics EAH AZ100 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
The Boult Audio Z40 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Technics EAH AZ100 support the find earbuds feature. Technics EAH AZ100 support fast charging.
Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device. Boult Audio Z40 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes. The Technics EAH AZ100 have a multipoint of 3 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect 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.
Technics EAH AZ100 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Boult Audio Z40 too have the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.
With the Technics EAH AZ100, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. Boult Audio Z40 too have a control panel on them. The Technics EAH AZ100 have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. Boult Audio Z40 also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them. The Technics EAH AZ100 come with their own special case.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.