Overall Score 7.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 7.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Technics EAH AZ80 | Technics EAH AZ100 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IPX4 |
weight | 14g | 11.8g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
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 | 40,000Hz | |
POWER | battery life | 7.5hours | 12hours |
battery life of charging case | 17.5hours | 18hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 2hours | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✗ | |
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 | 8only | ✗ |
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 | 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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Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection 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, Technics EAH AZ80 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 best because lighter devices are easier to move with.
Technics EAH AZ80, at 14g are heavier than the Technics EAH AZ100 by of 2.2g True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ100 are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds . Technics EAH AZ80 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds . Technics EAH AZ100 are resistant to sweat Technics EAH AZ80's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit 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, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Technics EAH AZ80 also have stereo speakers ANC makes use of advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise.
ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero thus "diluting" the noise.
Technics EAH AZ100 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.
The Technics EAH AZ80 too have Active Noise Cancellation making both earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time. Technics EAH AZ100 stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic covering that tones down your environment noise well as preventing the device voice audio from leaking out . Both Technics EAH AZ80, and Technics EAH AZ100 have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
Technics EAH AZ100 have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the sound made by the device. Technics EAH AZ80 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, making both Technics EAH AZ80, 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 it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound. Technics EAH AZ100's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. Technics EAH AZ80's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
Technics EAH AZ100's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device produces high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Technics EAH AZ80's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal treble 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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Technics EAH AZ80's battery life is less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 4.5 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time.
The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the manufacturer, 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.
Technics EAH AZ80's charging case has a battery life of 17.5 hours, less than that of Technics EAH AZ100 by 0.5 hours It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Technics EAH AZ100's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods. Technics EAH AZ80 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ100 The Technics EAH AZ100 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your earbuds and charging case. Technics EAH AZ80 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. The Technics EAH AZ100 support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Technics EAH AZ80 too support 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.
Technics EAH AZ80 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ100 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Technics EAH AZ100 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Technics EAH AZ80 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. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide 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 fine with your iPad.
If you are planning 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 Technics EAH AZ80 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 can reach a high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high-resolution audio. Technics EAH AZ80 support it as well, LDAC, can automatically change to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps for stability.
The Technics EAH AZ100 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the desired sound. The Technics EAH AZ80 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.
Technics EAH AZ100 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing them The Technics EAH AZ80 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but still want to be able to hear traffic. The Technics EAH AZ100 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. The Technics EAH AZ80 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.
When lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Technics EAH AZ100 have a find earbuds feature. The Technics EAH AZ100 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge a device.
Also the Technics EAH AZ80 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 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 manually disconnect and reconnect. The Technics EAH AZ80 have a multipoint count of 3, equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ100 . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another connected device.
The Technics EAH AZ100 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Technics EAH AZ80 too have this function. It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.
The Technics EAH AZ100, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. The Technics EAH AZ80 also have a control panel on them. The Technics EAH AZ100 support voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The Technics EAH AZ80 also have voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them. The Technics EAH AZ100 come with a 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. Technics EAH AZ80 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.