Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection offered by a casing, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Technics EAH AZ80'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 AZ80, Apple AirPods (3rd 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
Technics EAH AZ80 have a weight of 14g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), at 8.56g
weigh less than the Technics EAH AZ80 with a difference -5.44g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ80 are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables linking the 2 earbuds .
Technics EAH AZ80 are resistant to sweat
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Technics EAH AZ80 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 (3rd Gen) also have stereo speakers
ANC utilises advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero thus "diluting" the noise.
Technics EAH AZ80 have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. The Technics EAH AZ80 and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that suits your commute or that suites your chill time.
The Technics EAH AZ80 sit well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces background noise and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same. Both Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), and Technics EAH AZ80 have passive noise reduction this means that they reduce ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. Technics EAH AZ80 have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.
The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size determines the sound produced by the earbuds. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 1mm
, 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 yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.
Technics EAH AZ80's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this means that
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) make sound with a juicier bass than the Technics EAH AZ80
Technics EAH AZ80's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
Technics EAH AZ80 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
The Technics EAH AZ80'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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is
less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 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 a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
This is given by the manufacturer, and Technics EAH AZ80's case has a full charge of 17.5 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
more than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 12.5 hours
It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Technics EAH AZ80's battery.
It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) takes 0.3 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 1.7 hours
Technics EAH AZ80, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply put down on a supported charging pad.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device. The Technics EAH AZ80 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your device and case.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. The Technics EAH AZ80 have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. The Technics EAH AZ80 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.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5,
older than that of Technics EAH AZ80
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Technics EAH AZ80 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ80
Technics EAH AZ80 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.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Technics EAH AZ80 will work fine with your MacBook.
If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Apple AirPods (3rd 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.
The Technics EAH AZ80 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. Technics EAH AZ80 have 8 microphones.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) microphones are 6,
less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise. Technics EAH AZ80 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too use a noise-canceling microphone.
Especially useful in noisy areas. The Technics EAH AZ80 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The Technics EAH AZ80 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.
Technics EAH AZ80 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes. Technics EAH AZ80 support multipoint of 3 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support multipoint count of 2,
less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 1 only
. Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another connected device. Technics EAH AZ80 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. With the Technics EAH AZ80, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a control panel on them. The Technics EAH AZ80 have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals. If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a warranty period of 1Years,
equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ80
.
Technics EAH AZ80 have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.
Technics EAH AZ80 come with their own special case. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them in your pockets without a cover may easily damage them. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
