Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds4 Pro
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
What Buyers Say
Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds4 Pro
The Q&A section reveals significant confusion about trade-in eligibility, cross-platform compatibility, and feature requirements. Users are frustrated by unclear answers and lack of detailed technical specifications like codec support. The product seems to generate more questions than satisfaction among potential buyers.
Cons
- Unclear trade-in process
- Missing cross-platform compatibility info
- Vague feature requirements
- Lack of codec specifications
- Unanswered preorder gift card questions
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
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds4 Pro | Technics EAH-AZ100-N | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Large, Medium, Small | Extra large, Large, Medium, Small |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | 24-bit hi-fi codec | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Range | 61 m★ | 10 m |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 4.5 hrs | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for a few more hours | 15 min. for 90 min. playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 30 hrs★ | 28 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Capacity | 61 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Gemini, Bixby | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Samsung Phone app | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds4 Pro
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
Pricing
Technics EAH-AZ100-N offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 4 of 39 specs.
