IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX4, the Technics EAH AZ80's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes 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, Sony LinkBuds S 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 take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to transport.
The Sony LinkBuds S, at 9.6g
are lighter than the Technics EAH AZ80 with a difference -4.4g
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 have no wires. This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together. Sony LinkBuds S also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the 2 earbuds .
Technics EAH AZ80 have sweat resistance
Sony LinkBuds S's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, 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 Sony LinkBuds S also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
Technics EAH AZ80 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise. The Sony LinkBuds S too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. The Technics EAH AZ80 and Sony LinkBuds S operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that enhances your chill time.
The Technics EAH AZ80 sit tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out .
Both Sony LinkBuds S, and Technics EAH AZ80 have passive noise reduction this means that both tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. The Technics EAH AZ80 have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the loudness of the earbuds.
Sony LinkBuds S driver unit is 5mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 5mm
, 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 mean 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 recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Sony LinkBuds S's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
The Technics EAH AZ80's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device makes high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. Sony LinkBuds S's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal treble
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.
Sony LinkBuds S's battery life is
less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 1.5 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, 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 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. Sony LinkBuds S's charging case has a battery life of 14 hours,
less 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 recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
Sony LinkBuds S takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ80
Technics EAH AZ80, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad. The 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 device and case. Sony LinkBuds S too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The Technics EAH AZ80 use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Sony LinkBuds S 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.
Sony LinkBuds S 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. Sony LinkBuds S 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.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Technics EAH AZ80 will work well with your iPad.
If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Sony LinkBuds S 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, providing high-resolution audio. Sony LinkBuds S support it as well, LDAC, can automatically change to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps for stability.
Technics EAH AZ80 have 8 microphones. The Sony LinkBuds S 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 noise. Technics EAH AZ80 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.
The Technics EAH AZ80 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Sony LinkBuds S 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 run 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 removed from your ears so that the music is paused. The Sony LinkBuds S too 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 time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Also the Sony LinkBuds S support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. Technics EAH AZ80 support multipoint of 3 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Technics EAH AZ80 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sony LinkBuds S also have the mute function.
The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. With the Technics EAH AZ80, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. The Sony LinkBuds S 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. The Technics EAH AZ80 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
Sony LinkBuds S also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds. The Technics EAH AZ80 come with their own special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Sony LinkBuds S too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
