Google Pixel Buds Pro
See price on AmazonOverall Score 8.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Technics EAH AZ80
See price on AmazonOverall Score 7.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Google Pixel Buds Pro | Technics EAH AZ80 |
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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 |
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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IP ratings is the level of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection 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. 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
Technics EAH AZ80 have a weight of 14g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to transport.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro, at 12.4g are lighter than the Technics EAH AZ80 by -1.6g True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ80 are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds together. Google Pixel Buds Pro also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds . Technics EAH AZ80 are resistant to sweat Google Pixel Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices good 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, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro also have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 hence "diluting" the noise.
The Technics EAH AZ80 have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise. Google Pixel Buds Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. The Technics EAH AZ80 and Google Pixel Buds Pro work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that enhances your relaxation time.
The Technics EAH AZ80 sit well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out . Both Google Pixel Buds Pro, and Technics EAH AZ80 have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. Technics EAH AZ80 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size determines 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
, 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 it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound. The Technics EAH AZ80's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.
Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal bass The Technics EAH AZ80's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an 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 implies that Technics EAH AZ80 can produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Google Pixel Buds Pro 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 given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Google Pixel Buds Pro's battery life is more than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 3.5 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, 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 manufacturer, and the Technics EAH AZ80's case has a charge of 17.5 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several 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 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.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 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 device, you just place down on a supported charging pad. Google Pixel Buds Pro also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device.
Technics EAH AZ80 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 charging case. Google Pixel Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your device, 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 in a single cable. Google Pixel Buds Pro too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.
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. Google Pixel Buds Pro 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 to connect via Bluetooth.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ80 Technics EAH AZ80 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides 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 AZ80 will work well with your iPhone. 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 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. 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, providing high-resolution audio.
Google Pixel Buds Pro support it as well, LDAC, can automatically change to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability. Technics EAH AZ80 have 8 microphones. The 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.
The Technics EAH AZ80 have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the desired sound. The Google Pixel Buds Pro too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.
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 Google Pixel Buds Pro 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. The Technics EAH AZ80 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are 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.
Technics EAH AZ80 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. Also the Google Pixel Buds Pro 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 is charged to 50% in just 30 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 seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 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 without missing notifications coming from another connected device. 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 too support this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk. The Technics EAH AZ80, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
Google Pixel Buds Pro too 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 that has followed instruction manuals. Technics EAH AZ80 have voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. Google Pixel Buds Pro too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them. The Technics EAH AZ80 come with a special case.
Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Google Pixel Buds Pro too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.