IP ratings is the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection 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 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, Sony WF 1000XM4 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 prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
Sony WF 1000XM4, at 7.1g
weigh less than the Technics EAH AZ100 with a difference -4.7g
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 cables. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds .
Sony WF 1000XM4 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables linking the pair of earbuds together. Technics EAH AZ100 have sweat resistance
Sony WF 1000XM4's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, 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 Sony WF 1000XM4 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The Technics EAH AZ100 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds. Sony WF 1000XM4 too have ANC which makes both earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that suits your travel or that enhances your chill time.
Technics EAH AZ100 sit well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces background noise while preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both Sony WF 1000XM4, and Technics EAH AZ100 have passive noise reduction this means that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology 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.
A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the loudness of the device. Sony WF 1000XM4 driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 4mm
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce 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 an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Sony WF 1000XM4's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce 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 audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. Sony WF 1000XM4's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal treble
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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Sony WF 1000XM4's battery life is
less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 4 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, 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 Technics EAH AZ100's case is said to have a 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. Sony WF 1000XM4's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours,
less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 2 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Technics EAH AZ100's battery.
It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods. Sony WF 1000XM4 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 device has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging state of your device and charging case.
Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The Technics EAH AZ100 support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Sony WF 1000XM4 too use USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. Technics EAH AZ100 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Sony WF 1000XM4 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 to connect via Bluetooth. Sony WF 1000XM4 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 provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Technics EAH AZ100 will work well with your iPhone. 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 Sony WF 1000XM4 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. Sony WF 1000XM4 support it as well, LDAC, can automatically change to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability. Technics EAH AZ100 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy environments. Technics EAH AZ100 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The Sony WF 1000XM4 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 jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.
The Technics EAH AZ100 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
The Sony WF 1000XM4 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Technics EAH AZ100 support the find earbuds feature. The Sony WF 1000XM4 also have the find earbuds feature.
Simply use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to help you locate them. Technics EAH AZ100 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device.
Also the Sony WF 1000XM4 too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.
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 seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The Sony WF 1000XM4 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 and not miss notifications coming from another device.
The Technics EAH AZ100 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sony WF 1000XM4 also have this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.
With the Technics EAH AZ100, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a control panel on them. Technics EAH AZ100 have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Sony WF 1000XM4 also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them. Technics EAH AZ100 come with their own special pouch.
Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
