IP ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
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, Nothing Ear 1 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
Technics EAH AZ100 have a weight of 11.8g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
The Nothing Ear 1, at 9.4g
are lighter than the Technics EAH AZ100 with a difference -2.4g
True wireless devices have no wires 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 key distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds together. Nothing Ear 1 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the pair of earbuds .
Technics EAH AZ100 are resistant to sweat
Nothing Ear 1's resistance to sweat makes both devices good 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 independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Nothing Ear 1 also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.
Technics EAH AZ100 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds. The Nothing Ear 1 too have ANC making both earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that enhances your relaxation time.
Technics EAH AZ100 stay well in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down background noise and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both Nothing Ear 1, and Technics EAH AZ100 have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. The 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 basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, the unit size determines the loudness of the device.
Nothing Ear 1 driver unit is 11.6mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 1.6mm
, 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. Technics EAH AZ100's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.
Nothing Ear 1's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means 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 generates high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. Nothing Ear 1's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
Technics EAH AZ100 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Nothing Ear 1
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 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.
Nothing Ear 1's battery life is
less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 7 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, 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 recharging the case itself. Nothing Ear 1's charging case has a battery life of 29 hours,
more than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 11 hours
It requires 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 in storage for extended periods.
Nothing Ear 1 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 indicate the charging status of your device and case. Nothing Ear 1 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
Technics EAH AZ100 have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Nothing Ear 1 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of 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. Nothing Ear 1 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.
Nothing Ear 1 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 well with your iPad. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. 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, providing high-resolution audio. Technics EAH AZ100 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the desired sound. The Nothing Ear 1 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone.
This is useful in noisy environments. The Technics EAH AZ100 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing them
The Nothing Ear 1 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic. Technics EAH AZ100 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .
Nothing Ear 1 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 have a find earbuds feature. The Nothing Ear 1 also have the find earbuds feature. Use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to find them.
The Technics EAH AZ100 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds. Also the Nothing Ear 1 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. The Technics EAH AZ100 have a multipoint of 3 connections, this 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. Technics EAH AZ100 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. With the Technics EAH AZ100, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
The Nothing Ear 1 too have a control panel on them. The Technics EAH AZ100 support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
Nothing Ear 1 also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds. The Technics EAH AZ100 come with a special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily damage them.
Nothing Ear 1 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
