Technics Eah Az80 Vs. Sony Wf 1000Xm4 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Sony WF 1000XM4 IPX4

Technics EAH AZ80 IPX4

Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection offered by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Having a value of 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, Sony WF 1000XM4 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

Sony WF 1000XM4 7.1g

Technics EAH AZ80 14g

The Technics EAH AZ80 have a weight of 14g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

Sony WF 1000XM4, at 7.1g weigh less than the Technics EAH AZ80 by -6.9g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ80 are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together.

Sony WF 1000XM4 also is true wireless because it has no cables linking the two earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 have sweat resistance

Sony WF 1000XM4's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

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 WF 1000XM4 also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

ANC makes use of more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

The Technics EAH AZ80 have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.

Sony WF 1000XM4 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both devices ideal for flights and morning travels. The Technics EAH AZ80 and Sony WF 1000XM4 work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 stay well in place, creating an acoustic seal that tones down your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Sony WF 1000XM4 6mm

Technics EAH AZ80 10mm

The Technics EAH AZ80 have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size dictates the loudness of the earbuds.

Sony WF 1000XM4 driver unit is 6mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 4mm , a common assumption 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Sony WF 1000XM4 20Hz

Technics EAH AZ80 20Hz

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

Sony WF 1000XM4's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Sony WF 1000XM4 40,000Hz

Technics EAH AZ80 40,000Hz

Technics EAH AZ80's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.

Sony WF 1000XM4's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that both devices produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Sony WF 1000XM4 105dB/mW

Technics EAH AZ80 ✗

The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, Sony WF 1000XM4's measurement is 105dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

Sony WF 1000XM4 8hours

Technics EAH AZ80 7.5hours

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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Sony WF 1000XM4's battery life is more than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 0.5 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Sony WF 1000XM4 16hours

Technics EAH AZ80 17.5hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and Technics EAH AZ80's case is said to have a full charge of 17.5 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.

Sony WF 1000XM4's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours, less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 1.5 hours

Charge Time

Sony WF 1000XM4 1.5hours

Technics EAH AZ80 2hours

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 for the first time.

Sony WF 1000XM4 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 0.5 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ80, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.

Sony WF 1000XM4 also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your earbuds and case.

Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

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

Sony WF 1000XM4 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Sony WF 1000XM4 v5.2

Technics EAH AZ80 v5.3

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 WF 1000XM4 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, older than that of Technics EAH AZ80 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Sony WF 1000XM4 10meters

Technics EAH AZ80 10meters

The Technics EAH AZ80 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Sony WF 1000XM4 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ80

Has Aac

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

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 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 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 Sony WF 1000XM4 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

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

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.

Sony WF 1000XM4 support it as well, LDAC, can automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.

Has Aptx Hd

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✗

The Sony WF 1000XM4 support APTX HD, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It supports high-quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

Sony WF 1000XM4 4only

Technics EAH AZ80 8only

Technics EAH AZ80 have 8 microphones.

Sony WF 1000XM4 microphones are 4, less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 4 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ80 have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound.

The Sony WF 1000XM4 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ80 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds

The Sony WF 1000XM4 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 would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

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

Sony WF 1000XM4 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

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✗

If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Sony WF 1000XM4 have a find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

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

The Sony WF 1000XM4 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only 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.

Multipoint Count

Sony WF 1000XM4 2only

Technics EAH AZ80 3only

The Technics EAH AZ80 have a multipoint of 3 connections, this 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 manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Sony WF 1000XM4 have a multipoint count of 2, less than that of Technics EAH AZ80 by 1 only . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another device.

Has A Mute Function

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

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

The Sony WF 1000XM4 also support this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

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

The Sony WF 1000XM4 also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✗

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

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

The Sony WF 1000XM4 too support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Sony WF 1000XM4 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 ✓

Technics EAH AZ80 come with a special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Sony WF 1000XM4 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Sony WF 1000XM4	Technics EAH AZ80
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX4
	weight	7.1g	14g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	6mm	10mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	40,000Hz	40,000Hz
	sound pressure level	105dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	8hours	7.5hours
	battery life of charging case	16hours	17.5hours
	charge time	1.5hours	2hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.3
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has ldac	✓	✓
	has aptx hd	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	4only	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. Sony Wf 1000Xm4 Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

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

Has Aptx Hd

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