A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Jabra Elite 5 ip55

Technics EAH AZ60 ipX4

IP ratings refer to the level of protection given by a casing, 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, while the second 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 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, 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, Jabra Elite 5 has a higher liquid rating than Technics EAH AZ60

Weight

Jabra Elite 5 10g

Technics EAH AZ60 14g

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

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

Has No Wires Or Cables

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ60 are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.

Jabra Elite 5 also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the pair of earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 have sweat resistance

Jabra Elite 5's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal 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.

Both Jabra Elite 5 and Technics EAH AZ60 have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, 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) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) 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 since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.

Jabra Elite 5 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning travels. The Technics EAH AZ60 and Jabra Elite 5 operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that suites your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 stay tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down your environment noise while preventing the device sound from leaking out .

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

Driver Unit Size

Jabra Elite 5 6mm

Technics EAH AZ60 8mm

The Technics EAH AZ60 driver unit is 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds.

Jabra Elite 5 driver unit is 6mm in diameter, which implies 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 usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply 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 device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Highest Frequency

Jabra Elite 5 20,000hz

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

The Jabra Elite 5's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device makes high human frequencies and if it makes any changes 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

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 listening time. The effect is barely 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 manufacturer, and 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 many 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 requires 2 hours to fully charge the Technics EAH AZ60's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

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 ✗

Jabra Elite 5, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply 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 alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case.

Jabra Elite 5 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

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

Jabra Elite 5 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of 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 enables data movement 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 connecting 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. 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 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 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 ✓

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

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 record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Jabra Elite 5 ✗

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise 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 noises to still be heard even when wearing them

The Jabra Elite 5 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic.

Supports Fast Charging

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

The 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 fully charge a device.

Jabra Elite 5 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 thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Jabra Elite 5 ✗

Technics EAH AZ60 2only

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

Has A Mute Function

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

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

The Jabra Elite 5 too support this function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's 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 easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

The 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. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

The Jabra Elite 5 too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

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

Jabra Elite 5 too 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	20,000hz	✗
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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