A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Jabra Elite 5 IP55

Technics EAH AZ60 IPX4

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

Scoring IPX4, the Technics EAH AZ60's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes 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, Jabra Elite 5 have a rating of IP55 meaning that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety and that of liquids is that, Technics EAH AZ60 has a lower liquid rating than Jabra Elite 5

Weight

Jabra Elite 5 10g

Technics EAH AZ60 14g

Technics EAH AZ60 have a weight of 14g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.

The Jabra Elite 5, at 10g are lighter than the Technics EAH AZ60 with a difference -4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

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

Jabra Elite 5 also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 are resistant to sweat

Jabra Elite 5's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

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, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Jabra Elite 5 also have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

ANC utilises more advanced technology to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.

The Technics EAH AZ60 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 earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.

The Jabra Elite 5 too have ANC making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 sit tightly in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces background sounds while preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Jabra Elite 5 6mm

Technics EAH AZ60 8mm

Technics EAH AZ60 have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size determines the sound made by the earbuds.

Jabra Elite 5 driver unit is 6mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Technics EAH AZ60 by 2mm , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

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

Lowest Frequency

Jabra Elite 5 20Hz

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

The Jabra Elite 5's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Highest Frequency

Jabra Elite 5 20000Hz

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

Jabra Elite 5's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device makes high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.

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Battery Life

Jabra Elite 5 9hours

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 for a single charge. 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.

Jabra Elite 5's battery life is more than that of Technics EAH AZ60 by 1.5 hours . Every 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 have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Jabra Elite 5 27hours

Technics EAH AZ60 25hours

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

Jabra Elite 5's charging case has a battery life of 27 hours, more than that of Technics EAH AZ60 by 2 hours

Charge Time

Jabra Elite 5 2hours

Technics EAH AZ60 2hours

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Technics EAH AZ60's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods.

Jabra Elite 5 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ60

Has Wireless Charging

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

The Jabra Elite 5, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just place down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

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

Jabra Elite 5 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

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

Jabra Elite 5 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Jabra Elite 5 v5.2

Technics EAH AZ60 v5.2

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

Jabra Elite 5 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ60 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Jabra Elite 5 10meters

Technics EAH AZ60 10meters

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

Jabra Elite 5 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ60

Has Aac

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides 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 well with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Jabra Elite 5 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

Jabra Elite 5 ✗

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, providing high-resolution audio.

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Number Of Microphones

Jabra Elite 5 6only

Technics EAH AZ60 8only

Technics EAH AZ60 have 8 microphones.

Jabra Elite 5 microphones are 6, less than that of Technics EAH AZ60 by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Jabra Elite 5 ✗

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

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

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing them

The Jabra Elite 5 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic.

Supports Fast Charging

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

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

Also the Jabra Elite 5 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 thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Jabra Elite 5 ✗

Technics EAH AZ60 2only

The 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 switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

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

The Jabra Elite 5 also have the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

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

Jabra Elite 5 too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Jabra Elite 5 2Years

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

Jabra Elite 5 have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

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

The Jabra Elite 5 also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a cover may easily damage them.

Jabra Elite 5 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Jabra Elite 5	Technics EAH AZ60
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP55	IPX4
	weight	10g	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	6mm	8mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	✗
	highest frequency	20000Hz	✗
POWER	battery life	9hours	7.5hours
	battery life of charging case	27hours	25hours
	charge time	2hours	2hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	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	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	✗	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2Years	✗
	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

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

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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