A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Technics EAH AZ60 IPX4

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) IPX4

IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the Technics EAH AZ60'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 AZ60, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 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

Weight

Technics EAH AZ60 14g

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 10.6g

Technics EAH AZ60 have a weight of 14g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), at 10.6g weigh less than the Technics EAH AZ60 with a difference -3.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ60 are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the 2 earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 have sweat resistance

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 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 Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

ANC utilises advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

The Technics EAH AZ60 have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have ANC making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that suits your commute or that enhances your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 stay well in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down background sounds well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Technics EAH AZ60 8mm

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

The Technics EAH AZ60 driver unit is 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the loudness of the device.

Lowest Frequency

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20Hz

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'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 on its way through.

Highest Frequency

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20000Hz

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.

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Battery Life

Technics EAH AZ60 7.5hours

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 6hours

Technics EAH AZ60's battery life is 7.5 hours, a device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chanrgings.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is less than that of Technics EAH AZ60 by 1.5 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Technics EAH AZ60 25hours

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 24hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and the Technics EAH AZ60's case is said to have a full charge of 25 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, less than that of Technics EAH AZ60 by 1 hours

Charge Time

Technics EAH AZ60 2hours

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Technics EAH AZ60's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Has Wireless Charging

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your device and charging case.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

The Technics EAH AZ60 support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

Technics EAH AZ60 v5.2

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) v5.3

Technics EAH AZ60 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of Technics EAH AZ60 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Technics EAH AZ60 10meters

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 10meters

Technics EAH AZ60 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ60

Has Aac

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since 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 AZ60 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 Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 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.

Has Ldac

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

Technics EAH AZ60 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.

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Number Of Microphones

Technics EAH AZ60 8only

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

The Technics EAH AZ60 have 8 microphones.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing them

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device.

Also the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support fast charging. This kind is 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.

Multipoint Count

Technics EAH AZ60 2only

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

Technics EAH AZ60 have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 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 talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily damage them.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Technics EAH AZ60	Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX4
	weight	14g	10.6g
	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	8mm	✗
	lowest frequency	✗	20Hz
	highest frequency	✗	20000Hz
POWER	battery life	7.5hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	25hours	24hours
	charge time	2hours	✗
	has wireless charging	✗	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✗
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.3
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has ldac	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	8only	✗
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✗	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✗	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

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

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Ldac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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