IP ratings is the rank of protection given by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents 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 for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number 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, JBL Wave Buds have a rating of IP54 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,
they both have the same rating against liquids
The Technics EAH AZ100 have a weight of 11.8g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with.
JBL Wave Buds, at 9g
are lighter than the Technics EAH AZ100 by -2.8g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ100 are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds .
JBL Wave Buds also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires connecting the two earbuds together. Technics EAH AZ100 are resistant to sweat
JBL Wave Buds's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, 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, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The JBL Wave Buds also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation utilises advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.
Technics EAH AZ100 have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds. JBL Wave Buds too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that suites your chill time.
The Technics EAH AZ100 sit well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down your environment noise while preventing the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both JBL Wave Buds, and Technics EAH AZ100 have passive noise reduction this means that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. Technics EAH AZ100 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the sound made by the device.
JBL Wave Buds driver unit is 8mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 2mm
, 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 yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. The Technics EAH AZ100's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
JBL Wave Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The Technics EAH AZ100's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component makes high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. JBL Wave Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
Technics EAH AZ100 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the JBL Wave Buds
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 given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
JBL Wave Buds's battery life is
less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 4 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, 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 has a charge of 18 hours.
A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself. JBL Wave Buds's charging case has a battery life of 24 hours,
more than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 6 hours
It requires 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.
JBL Wave Buds takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ100
Technics EAH AZ100 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and charging case. JBL Wave Buds too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.
The Technics EAH AZ100 support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. JBL Wave Buds too support 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 range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. JBL Wave Buds has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
older than that of Technics EAH AZ100
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Technics EAH AZ100 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
JBL Wave Buds 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 a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Technics EAH AZ100 will work well 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 JBL Wave Buds 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.
Technics EAH AZ100 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. The JBL Wave Buds too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.
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
The JBL Wave Buds support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic. Technics EAH AZ100 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. JBL Wave Buds support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.
If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Technics EAH AZ100 have a find earbuds feature. The JBL Wave Buds too have the find earbuds feature. Use the device app on your phone to play a sound from your device to find them.
The Technics EAH AZ100 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Also the JBL Wave Buds 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 can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes. 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.
For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The JBL Wave Buds have a 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 coming from another connected device. Technics EAH AZ100 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The JBL Wave Buds too have the mute function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can 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 functions are supported on the device.
The JBL Wave Buds too have a control panel on them. The Technics EAH AZ100 have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
The JBL Wave Buds also support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them. Technics EAH AZ100 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing can easily damage them.
JBL Wave Buds also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
