Technics EAH-AZ100-N
Soundcore Liberty 5
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 5
The Soundcore Liberty 5 earbuds receive mostly positive feedback for their sound quality, noise cancellation, and battery life. Users appreciate the customizable EQ via the app and the comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes. However, some report issues with automatic mode switching and touch controls, and the case is noted as slippery. Overall, they are seen as great value for the price.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Automatic mode switching issues
- Touch controls prone to accidental activation
- Slippery case
- Controls not fully intuitive
- Case lid feels less sturdy
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100-N | Soundcore Liberty 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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★ | 9.199999809265137 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 17 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 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | 3 m |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | 4 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | 10 Minutes for 5 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs | 48 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | soundcore HearID 4.0 |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | soundcore App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IP55 |
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 5
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Pricing
Soundcore Liberty 5 offers 2.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 39 specs.
