Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX4, the Technics EAH AZ80's rating for solids indicates 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. Compared to the Technics EAH AZ80, Sennheiser Momentum 3 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 carry.
Sennheiser Momentum 3, at 10.6g
weigh less than the Technics EAH AZ80 by -3.4g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires 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 pair of earbuds together. Sennheiser Momentum 3 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the pair of earbuds together.
Technics EAH AZ80 have sweat resistance
Sennheiser Momentum 3's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Technics EAH AZ80 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Technics EAH AZ80's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 also have stereo speakers
ANC uses advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out.
Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero thus "diluting" the noise.
The Technics EAH AZ80 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both devices ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.
The Technics EAH AZ80 and Sennheiser Momentum 3 work with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that enhances your relaxation time. The Technics EAH AZ80 sit well in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the device sound from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The Technics EAH AZ80 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the sound made by the device. Sennheiser Momentum 3 driver unit is 7mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 3mm
, as many tend to believe 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 deliver better quality sound.
Technics EAH AZ80's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. Sennheiser Momentum 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, this means that
Sennheiser Momentum 3 make sound with a juicier bass than the Technics EAH AZ80
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 while at it. Sennheiser Momentum 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, this implies that
Technics EAH AZ80 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Sennheiser Momentum 3
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 given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Sennheiser Momentum 3's battery life is
less 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 time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
This 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 enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself. Sennheiser Momentum 3's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours,
more than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 3.5 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. Sennheiser Momentum 3 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 device, you simply put down on a supported charging pad.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device. Technics EAH AZ80 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The Technics EAH AZ80 have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Sennheiser Momentum 3 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 enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Sennheiser Momentum 3 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. Sennheiser Momentum 3 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 can provide 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 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 Sennheiser Momentum 3 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 is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high-resolution audio. The Technics EAH AZ80 have 8 microphones. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 microphones are 6,
less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise.
Technics EAH AZ80 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out noise from the desired sound. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have 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 while wearing them
The Sennheiser Momentum 3 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic. Technics EAH AZ80 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.
Technics EAH AZ80 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device. Also the Sennheiser Momentum 3 too 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 can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes. The Technics EAH AZ80 have a multipoint of 3 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link 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. The Technics EAH AZ80 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too support this function.
The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. The Technics EAH AZ80, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 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 via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. Technics EAH AZ80 come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
