IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second 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 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, Nothing Ear 1 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
The Technics EAH AZ80 have a weight of 14g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
Nothing Ear 1, at 9.4g
weigh less than the Technics EAH AZ80 with a difference -4.6g
True wireless devices have no wires connecting 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 2 earbuds together. Nothing Ear 1 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the 2 earbuds .
Technics EAH AZ80 have sweat resistance
Nothing Ear 1'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, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Nothing Ear 1 and Technics EAH AZ80 have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.
Technics EAH AZ80 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise. The Nothing Ear 1 too have ANC making both devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. The Technics EAH AZ80 and Nothing Ear 1 operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that enhances your chill time.
The Technics EAH AZ80 sit tightly in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces background noise and also prevents the device music from leaking out .
Both Nothing Ear 1, and Technics EAH AZ80 have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. The Technics EAH AZ80 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, its size dictates the sound produced by the device.
Nothing Ear 1 driver unit is 11.6mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 1.6mm
, 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound. Technics EAH AZ80's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.
Nothing Ear 1's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
Technics EAH AZ80's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Nothing Ear 1's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
Technics EAH AZ80 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Nothing Ear 1
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 requires fewer chargings.
Nothing Ear 1's battery life is
less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 2.5 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing 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 more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself. Nothing Ear 1's charging case has a battery life of 29 hours,
more than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 11.5 hours
It requires 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 unused for long periods.
Nothing Ear 1 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 0.5 hours
The Technics EAH AZ80, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a supported charging pad. Nothing Ear 1 also support wireless charging, take note of 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 case. Nothing Ear 1 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
Technics EAH AZ80 use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Nothing Ear 1 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.
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. Nothing Ear 1 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
older than that of Technics EAH AZ80
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Technics EAH AZ80 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Nothing Ear 1 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 provides 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 iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. 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. The Technics EAH AZ80 have 8 microphones. While the Nothing Ear 1 microphones are 6,
less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.
Technics EAH AZ80 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound. The Nothing Ear 1 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.
The Technics EAH AZ80 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing them
The Nothing Ear 1 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic. The Technics EAH AZ80 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused. Nothing Ear 1 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 Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device. Nothing Ear 1 support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be 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.
Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. Technics EAH AZ80 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. With the Technics EAH AZ80, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.
The Nothing Ear 1 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 following instruction manuals. If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs.
Nothing Ear 1 have a warranty period of 1Years,
equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ80
.
The Technics EAH AZ80 have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. Nothing Ear 1 also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device.
Technics EAH AZ80 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover may easily damage them. Nothing Ear 1 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
