QXQ S26
Technics EAH-AZ80
What Buyers Say
QXQ S26
Overall, users are very satisfied with these earbuds, praising their excellent value for money, comfortable fit, and clear sound quality. Many highlight the long battery life and easy Bluetooth connectivity, though a few note that the advertised battery life is exaggerated and the microphone could be better. The product is frequently recommended for its affordability and performance.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Comfortable fit
- Clear sound quality
- Long battery life
- Easy Bluetooth connectivity
Cons
- Exaggerated battery life claims
- Microphone quality could be better
- Slippery case makes removal difficult
- Earbuds may slip out occasionally
Technics EAH-AZ80
The Technics EAH-AZ10 earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, featuring clear separation, wide soundstage, and natural tuning that rivals higher-end models. Users praise the comfortable and secure fit, effective noise cancellation that doesn't muddy the audio, and impressive battery life lasting up to 7 hours. However, a few critical reviews highlight poor touch controls that are unresponsive, and one user experienced a significant volume imbalance after 1.5 years, with the company offering only a 10% discount on a replacement rather than a fix. Overall, these are highly recommended for audiophiles and daily use, but potential buyers should be aware of possible durability and control issues.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with clear separation
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Effective noise cancellation without audio degradation
- Impressive battery life up to 7 hours
- Great call quality
Cons
- Unresponsive touch controls
- Volume imbalance after extended use
- Poor customer service for defects
- Bulky design for some users
- ANC not sufficient in very loud environments
Scores
Specifications
| QXQ S26 | Technics EAH-AZ80 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | XS, S, M, L, XL |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 13.399999618530273 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | QXQ 2026 New Wireless Earbuds, Bluetooth 5.4 Headphones HiFi Stereo with 4 ENC Mic, 40H Mini Ear Buds in-Ear Noise Cancelling Earbuds, Ultra Light Sport Earphones for TV Smart Phone Laptop Computer | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | ENC | hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 7 hrs | 7 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 mins for 2 hours | 15 Minutes for 1.1 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 33 hrs★ | 16 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Capacity | — | 85 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Alexa, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Technics Audio Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX7 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
QXQ S26
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong anc (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Technics EAH-AZ80
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
QXQ S26
Technics EAH-AZ80
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 36 specs.