IP ratings refer to the rating of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that 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 of liquids 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, Sennheiser Momentum 3 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 consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
The Sennheiser Momentum 3, at 10.6g
weigh less than the Technics EAH AZ100 with a difference -1.2g
True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ100 are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .
Sennheiser Momentum 3 also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the pair of earbuds .
Technics EAH AZ100 have sweat resistance
Sennheiser Momentum 3'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, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 also have stereo speakers
ANC uses advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds.
ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.
Technics EAH AZ100 have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. The Technics EAH AZ100 and Sennheiser Momentum 3 operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that suits your commute or that enhances your relaxation time. Technics EAH AZ100 stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic seal that reduces your environment noise well as preventing the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both Sennheiser Momentum 3, and Technics EAH AZ100 have passive noise reduction which implies that they tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
The Technics EAH AZ100 have a unit size of 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 device, its size corellates with the sound produced by the earbuds. Sennheiser Momentum 3 driver unit is 7mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 3mm
, 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 indicate 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 component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it. Sennheiser Momentum 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, this means that
Sennheiser Momentum 3 produce a juicier bass than the Technics EAH AZ100
The Technics EAH AZ100's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Sennheiser Momentum 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, this implies that
Technics EAH AZ100 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Sennheiser Momentum 3
Technics EAH AZ100's battery life is 12 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Sennheiser Momentum 3's battery life is
less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 5 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing 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. This is given by the manufacturer, and the Technics EAH AZ100's case is said to have a charge of 18 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.
Sennheiser Momentum 3's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours,
more than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 3 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. Sennheiser Momentum 3 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 earbuds has a low battery.
Its lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and case. Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. The Technics EAH AZ100 use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. The Technics EAH AZ100 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 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. Sennheiser Momentum 3 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. 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 fine with your iPhone.
If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 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.
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. Technics EAH AZ100 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas. The Technics EAH AZ100 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The Sennheiser Momentum 3 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a run but would 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 so that the music is paused. Sennheiser Momentum 3 too 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 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 lower the time it takes to fully charge a device. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, just 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. Technics EAH AZ100 have a multipoint of 3 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. Technics EAH AZ100 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too support the mute function.
The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk. With the Technics EAH AZ100, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. Sennheiser Momentum 3 also have a control panel on them.
Technics EAH AZ100 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the device.
The Technics EAH AZ100 come with a special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your bag without a cover may easily damage them. Sennheiser Momentum 3 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
