Technics EAH-AZ100-N
Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
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
Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
The Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro earbuds receive strong praise for their exceptional sound quality, comfort, and effective noise cancellation. Users highlight the crisp highs and deep bass, along with a comfortable design suitable for long wear. Improvements over the previous model include better call clarity and ANC. However, some users note that the microphone performance during calls is only decent, and occasional connectivity issues may arise after extended use.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Comfortable for long wear
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good value for money
- Improved call clarity over previous model
Cons
- Microphone only decent for calls
- Occasional connectivity issues after 3-4 hours
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100-N | Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Extra large, Large, Medium, Small | XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | 0.06 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 10.5 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 14 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 15.300000190734863 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | LDAC |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | Bluetooth |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | 10 m | 10 m |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs | 2.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | 5 Mins = 4H |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs | 40 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Capacity | — | 56 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | Virtual Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | soundcore |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | Water-Resistant |
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
Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Pricing
Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 2 of 40 specs.
