Technics EAH-AZ100-N
Anker P41i
What Buyers Say
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
The Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, particularly with LDAC and Dolby Atmos. Users highlight the surprisingly effective AI-powered call noise cancellation, which blocks out background noise like screaming children or car washes. Comfort and customization via the app are also praised, though some note the ANC is slightly weaker than the previous AZ80 model.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with LDAC
- AI-powered call noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit for hours
- Customizable EQ via app
- Effective ANC and pass-through modes
Cons
- High price point ($300)
- ANC slightly weaker than AZ80
- Touch controls take getting used to
Anker P41i
The Soundcore P41i earbuds are widely praised for their exceptional battery life, with the case doubling as a power bank, and solid sound quality that punches above its price point. Many users highlight the effective adaptive ANC and useful Soundcore app features like HearID Sound. However, some users report overly sharp highs that EQ cannot fully fix, occasional Bluetooth de-syncing, and flimsy ear tips. Overall, they offer great value for everyday use, especially for those prioritizing battery life and convenience over audiophile-grade sound.
Pros
- Exceptional battery life with case as power bank
- Solid sound quality for the price
- Effective adaptive noise cancellation
- Useful Soundcore app with HearID Sound
- Comfortable fit for many users
Cons
- Overly sharp highs that EQ cannot fully fix
- Occasional Bluetooth de-syncing
- Flimsy silicone ear tips
- Long Bluetooth connection time
- Different battery capacities in each earbud
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100-N | Anker P41i | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Extra large, Large, Medium, Small | XS, S, M, L, XL |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | 0.10 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | composite |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 11 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 14 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | Soundcore P41i by Anker, Adaptive Noise Cancelling Earbuds with Portable Charging, Only for USB-C Charging, 12H Playtime, 192H with Case, 6-Mic AI Clear Calls, IPX5 Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 12 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | 10 min for 5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | Soundcore |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Anker P41i
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average battery (19th percentile)19th %ile
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 39 specs.