Technics Eah Az80 Vs. Google Pixel Buds Pro Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Google Pixel Buds Pro IPX4

Technics EAH AZ80 IPX4

Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. 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 protection 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.

Compared to the Technics EAH AZ80, Google Pixel Buds Pro 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

Weight

Google Pixel Buds Pro 12.4g

Technics EAH AZ80 14g

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 transport.

Google Pixel Buds Pro, at 12.4g are lighter than the Technics EAH AZ80 by -1.6g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ80 are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds .

Google Pixel Buds Pro also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the two earbuds together.

Wingtips Included

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✗

Google Pixel Buds Pro have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit.

Sweat Resistance

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 are resistant to sweat

Google Pixel Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Technics EAH AZ80's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Google Pixel Buds Pro and Technics EAH AZ80 have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

ANC uses advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Technics EAH AZ80 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that suites your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ80 sit tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces your environment sounds well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out .

Both Google Pixel Buds Pro, and Technics EAH AZ80 have passive noise reduction which means that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Google Pixel Buds Pro 11mm

Technics EAH AZ80 10mm

The Technics EAH AZ80 driver unit is 10mm 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 dictates the loudness of the device.

Google Pixel Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 1mm , as many tend to believe 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20Hz

Technics EAH AZ80 20Hz

The Technics EAH AZ80's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20,000Hz

Technics EAH AZ80 40,000Hz

Technics EAH AZ80's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.

Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that Technics EAH AZ80 produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Google Pixel Buds Pro

Sound Pressure Level

Google Pixel Buds Pro 75dB/mW

Technics EAH AZ80 ✗

SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, Google Pixel Buds Pro's measurement is 75dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

Google Pixel Buds Pro 11hours

Technics EAH AZ80 7.5hours

The 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 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.

Google Pixel Buds Pro's battery life is more than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 3.5 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20hours

Technics EAH AZ80 17.5hours

This is given by the manufacturer, 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 multiple times before recharging the case itself.

Google Pixel Buds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours, more than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 2.5 hours

Charge Time

Google Pixel Buds Pro 1hours

Technics EAH AZ80 2hours

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Technics EAH AZ80's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.

Google Pixel Buds Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 1 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a supported charging pad.

Google Pixel Buds Pro also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your device and case.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 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.

Has Usb Type-C

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ80 support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Google Pixel Buds Pro too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Google Pixel Buds Pro v5

Technics EAH AZ80 v5.3

The Technics EAH AZ80 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Google Pixel Buds Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of Technics EAH AZ80 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Google Pixel Buds Pro 10meters

Technics EAH AZ80 10meters

Technics EAH AZ80 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Google Pixel Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ80

Has Aac

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 support AAC, a codec 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 well with your iPad. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro 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

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

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.

Google Pixel Buds Pro support it as well, LDAC, can automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps for stability.

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Number Of Microphones

Google Pixel Buds Pro 6only

Technics EAH AZ80 8only

The Technics EAH AZ80 have 8 microphones.

Google Pixel Buds Pro microphones are 6, less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the desired sound.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

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 Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ80 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✗

When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Google Pixel Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

Also the Google Pixel Buds Pro too support fast charging. This kind is 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 thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2only

Technics EAH AZ80 3only

Technics EAH AZ80 have a multipoint of 3 connections, this feature allows you connect 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.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a 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 coming from another device.

Has A Mute Function

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ80 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro also support this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

With the Technics EAH AZ80, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✗

Technics EAH AZ80 1Years

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.

Has Voice Prompts

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

Google Pixel Buds Pro too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a cover may easily damage them.

Google Pixel Buds Pro also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Google Pixel Buds Pro	Technics EAH AZ80
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX4
	weight	12.4g	14g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✓	✗
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	10mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	40,000Hz
	sound pressure level	75dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	11hours	7.5hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	17.5hours
	charge time	1hours	2hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5.3
	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	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✗
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	3only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	✗	1Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Technics Eah Az80 Vs. Google Pixel Buds Pro Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Wingtips Included

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

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

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included