Technics Eah Az80 Vs. Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd Gen) Review

IP ratings is the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to 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 AZ80's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value 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 AZ80, 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 Technics EAH AZ80 have a weight of 14g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), at 10.6g are lighter than the Technics EAH AZ80 with a difference -3.4g True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ80 are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the 2 earbuds . Technics EAH AZ80 have sweat resistance Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices fit 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 separate 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 ANC makes use of more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds.

How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Technics EAH AZ80 have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. The Technics EAH AZ80 and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that suits your commute or that suites your relaxation time. Technics EAH AZ80 stay well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment sounds well as preventing the device voice audio from leaking out . Both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), and Technics EAH AZ80 have passive noise reduction which implies that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Technics EAH AZ80 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the sound made by the device. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 indicate 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 device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices make sound with equal bass Technics EAH AZ80's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that Technics EAH AZ80 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) Technics EAH AZ80'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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 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 no longer play for long like they used to. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Technics EAH AZ80's case is said to have 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 Pro (2nd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, more than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 6.5 hours It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Technics EAH AZ80's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 1 hours The Technics EAH AZ80, the device supports wireless charging.

To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a compatible charging pad. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds. The Technics EAH AZ80 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery.

The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. Technics EAH AZ80 support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Technics EAH AZ80 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ80 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Technics EAH AZ80 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 AZ80 Technics EAH AZ80 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.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Technics EAH AZ80 will work well 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. 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 can reach a high bitrate of 990kbps, providing high-resolution audio.

Technics EAH AZ80 have 8 microphones. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) microphones are 6, less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise. The Technics EAH AZ80 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas. The Technics EAH AZ80 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 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 be able to hear traffic.

Technics EAH AZ80 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. The Technics EAH AZ80 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

The Technics EAH AZ80 support multipoint of 3 connections, the multipoint 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 having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support multipoint count of 2, less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 1 only . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another connected device.

The Technics EAH AZ80 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

With the Technics EAH AZ80, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also 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.

Technics EAH AZ80 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

The Technics EAH AZ80 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.