Technics EAH-AZ100
Technics
100 Overall Score
vs
Anker Liberty 5 Pro Max
Anker
76 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Technics EAH-AZ100
88 out of 100 medium confidence 28 reviews
The Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, with users highlighting deep bass, clear highs, and immersive audio. Comfort, battery life, and noise cancellation are also frequently commended, though some users note the price is high and volume could be louder. A few minor issues like Bluetooth LE disconnects and initial multi-device pairing were mentioned, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Deep immersive bass
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Excellent battery life
Cons
- High price point
- Limited maximum volume
- Bluetooth LE disconnects
- Initial multi-device pairing issues
- Plastic exterior
Sound quality 12
Bass performance 6
Noise cancellation 5
Comfort 6
Battery life 5
Value for money 4
Anker Liberty 5 Pro Max
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100 | Anker Liberty 5 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 5 x Eartip Pairs | Extra small, Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.09 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 17 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | LDAC |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos, Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 6.0 |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | Bluetooth |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 6.5 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | 5 Minutes for 4 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs | 28 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 10★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | soundcore app |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-AZ100
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average affordability (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
Anker Liberty 5 Pro Max
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average affordability (6th percentile)6th %ile
Pricing
Technics EAH-AZ1000.303score per dollar
vs
Anker Liberty 5 Pro Max0.233score per dollar
Technics EAH-AZ100 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Technics EAH-AZ100
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 39 specs.
