IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IPX4, the Technics EAH AZ80'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 AZ80, Beoplay EX have a rating of IP57 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 AZ80 has a lower liquid rating than Beoplay EX
The Technics EAH AZ80 have a weight of 14g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
The Beoplay EX, at 12g
weigh less than the Technics EAH AZ80 by -2g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ80 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds .
Beoplay EX also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the 2 earbuds together. Technics EAH AZ80 have sweat resistance
Beoplay EX's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , 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 Beoplay EX also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation utilises advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The Technics EAH AZ80 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds. The Beoplay EX too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels. The Technics EAH AZ80 and Beoplay EX work with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time.
Technics EAH AZ80 sit tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down your environment sounds well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. The Technics EAH AZ80 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the sound made by the device. Beoplay EX driver unit is 9.2mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 0.8mm
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.
Technics EAH AZ80's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through. Beoplay EX's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
Technics EAH AZ80's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Beoplay EX's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
Technics EAH AZ80 produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Beoplay EX
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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Beoplay EX's battery life is
more than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 0.5 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Technics EAH AZ80's case has a charge of 17.5 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself. Beoplay EX's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours,
more than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 2.5 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 for the first time. Beoplay EX takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 0.5 hours
Technics EAH AZ80, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just place down on a compatible charging pad.
Beoplay EX also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device. The Technics EAH AZ80 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.
Beoplay EX too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. Technics EAH AZ80 have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Beoplay EX too use USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets. Technics EAH AZ80 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Beoplay EX has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
older than that of Technics EAH AZ80
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Technics EAH AZ80 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Beoplay EX 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 a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Technics EAH AZ80 will work fine with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Beoplay EX 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 can reach a high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high-resolution audio. Technics EAH AZ80 have 8 microphones. While the Beoplay EX 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.
The Technics EAH AZ80 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The Beoplay EX too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
Technics EAH AZ80 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Beoplay EX 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 be able to hear traffic. The Technics EAH AZ80 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused. Technics EAH AZ80 support fast charging.
Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device. Also the Beoplay EX 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 have a multipoint of 3 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Beoplay EX 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. The Technics EAH AZ80 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Beoplay EX too support this function.
The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk. With the Technics EAH AZ80, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. The Beoplay EX also have a control panel on them.
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 following instruction manuals. If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs. Beoplay EX have a warranty period of 3Years,
more than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 2 Years
.
Technics EAH AZ80 have voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. Beoplay EX also support voice prompts meaning the device will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them. Technics EAH AZ80 come with their own special pouch.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Beoplay EX too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
