Nothing Buds 2
Technics EAH-AZ80-K
What Buyers Say
Nothing Buds 2
The CMF Buds 2 are widely praised for delivering excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and a comfortable fit at an affordable price. Users highlight the rich bass, clear vocals, and solid ANC performance that rivals more expensive models. While some note the bass can be slightly overpowering and the touch controls have limited customization, the overall value is considered outstanding. The long battery life, USB-C charging, and premium build further cement these as a top budget choice.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with rich bass
- Effective noise cancellation for the price
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Long battery life with USB-C charging
- Premium build and design
Cons
- Bass can be slightly overpowering
- Limited touch control customization
- Case lacks functional dial
- Case is somewhat bulky
- No Google Fast Pair support
Technics EAH-AZ80-K
The Technics EAH-AZ80 earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, comfort, and multipoint connectivity. Users praise the wide soundstage, detailed audio, and comfortable fit, with some noting they outperform competitors like Sennheiser and Sony. A few minor issues include a slightly robotic call quality and a potential case charging problem that can be resolved with contact cleaner.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Wide soundstage
- Comfortable fit
- Excellent noise cancelling
- 3-device multipoint connectivity
Cons
- Slightly robotic call quality
- Potential case charging issue
- Bass not overwhelming for some
- High-frequency deficiencies noted
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | Technics EAH-AZ80-K | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.06 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs★ | 7 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Nothing X | Technics Audio Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | — |
Pros & Cons
Nothing Buds 2
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Technics EAH-AZ80-K
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong anc (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average battery (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 32 specs.