Technics EAH-AZ100
Samsung Galaxy Buds R170
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
Samsung Galaxy Buds R170
The Samsung Galaxy Buds receive mixed feedback from refurbished buyers. Many praise the sound quality, comfortable fit, and easy pairing with Samsung phones, especially for the discounted price. However, several users report issues with refurbished units arriving dirty, scratched, or with one earbud failing after a few months, leading to disappointment. Battery life is generally adequate but not exceptional, and some find the in-ear design uncomfortable or prone to falling out.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
- Good value for refurbished price
- Secure in-ear seal
Cons
- Refurbished units often dirty or scratched
- One earbud may fail after a few months
- Short battery life on some units
- Uncomfortable for small ears
- Earbuds may fall out during use
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100 | Samsung Galaxy Buds R170 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 5 x Eartip Pairs | three adjustable ear tip and wingtip sizes |
| Weight | 0.05 kg | 0.04 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | Galaxy Buds True Wireless Earbuds (Wireless Charging Case included), White – US Version |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs | 0.25 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | 3 minutes of charging gives you one hour of play time |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs★ | 7 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 3 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | Galaxy Wearable, Galaxy Buds+ |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX2 |
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
Samsung Galaxy Buds R170
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong mic (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong connectivity (70th percentile)
- Below average battery (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average sound (29th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Technics EAH-AZ100
Samsung Galaxy Buds R170
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 39 specs.
