A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) IPX4

Technics EAH AZ60 IPX4

Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Scoring IPX4, the Technics EAH AZ60's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 4 means 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

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 10.6g

Technics EAH AZ60 14g

The Technics EAH AZ60 have a weight of 14g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to transport.

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

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ60 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the pair of earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 are resistant to sweat

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Technics EAH AZ60's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates 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)

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

ANC utilises advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.

The Technics EAH AZ60 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have ANC making either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. The Technics EAH AZ60 and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 sit tightly in place, creating a sound seal that reduces background noise while preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 11mm

Technics EAH AZ60 8mm

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

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Technics EAH AZ60 by 3mm , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20Hz

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Highest Frequency

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20000Hz

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device makes high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through.

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Battery Life

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 6hours

Technics EAH AZ60 7.5hours

The Technics EAH AZ60's battery life is 7.5 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

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 device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 24hours

Technics EAH AZ60 25hours

The battery life of the charging case 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 more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several 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

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 1hours

Technics EAH AZ60 2hours

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

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Technics EAH AZ60 by 1 hours

Battery Power

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 49.7mAh

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery capacity is 49.7mAh, battery capacity, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store.

Has Wireless Charging

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

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

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

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

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

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Has Usb Type-C

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

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

Bluetooth Version

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) v5.3

Technics EAH AZ60 v5.2

The 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

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 10meters

Technics EAH AZ60 10meters

The Technics EAH AZ60 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

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

Has Aac

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 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 a similar bit rate.

Being 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 , 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

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

The 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 is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high-resolution audio.

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Number Of Microphones

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 6only

Technics EAH AZ60 8only

The Technics EAH AZ60 have 8 microphones.

While the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) microphones are 6, less than that of Technics EAH AZ60 by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

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

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to 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 while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.

Also the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 2only

Technics EAH AZ60 2only

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

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ60 . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another connected device.

Has A Mute Function

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

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

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support this function. It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

With the Technics EAH AZ60, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

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

Has Voice Prompts

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

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

Travel Bag Is Included

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your bag without a cover can easily damage them.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)	Technics EAH AZ60
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX4
	weight	10.6g	14g
	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	11mm	8mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	✗
	highest frequency	20000Hz	✗
POWER	battery life	6hours	7.5hours
	battery life of charging case	24hours	25hours
	charge time	1hours	2hours
	battery power	49.7mAh	✗
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✗	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.3	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has ldac	✗	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	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	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by feature comparison

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

Battery Power

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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