Technics EAH-AZ100
Soundcore C40i
What Buyers Say
Technics EAH-AZ100
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
Soundcore C40i
The Soundcore C40i open-ear clip-on earbuds receive generally positive feedback for their comfort, secure fit, and good sound quality, especially for outdoor activities and calls. However, a significant number of users report issues with the right earbud failing after a few weeks, poor fit for some ear shapes, and mediocre noise isolation. While many praise the battery life and value, the recurring reliability problems and bulkiness are notable drawbacks.
Pros
- Comfortable fit
- Secure, doesn't fall out
- Good sound quality
- Long battery life
- Great for outdoor activities
Cons
- Right earbud failure
- Poor fit for some ears
- Mediocre noise isolation
- Bulky design
- Not loud enough
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100 | Soundcore C40i | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | open-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | clip-on |
| Ear Tips | 5 x Eartip Pairs | — |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | 0.06 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | — |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | 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 | 21 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | Fast charge 10 minutes to get 2 hours more playtime |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Android & iOS | soundcore app |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-AZ100
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Soundcore C40i
- Strong connectivity (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong battery (76th percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 39 specs.