Technics EAH-AZ100
BENEWY ME542
What Buyers Say
Technics EAH-AZ100
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds, praising the exceptional sound quality, especially with LDAC and Dolby Atmos, and the surprisingly effective AI-powered call noise cancellation that blocks out background noise like screaming kids or car washes. Comfort, customization via the app, and solid battery life are also highlighted. The only potential downside mentioned is the high price, but most feel the premium features justify the cost.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with LDAC
- AI-powered call noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit for long wear
- Customizable EQ via app
- Solid battery life
Cons
- High price point
- ANC slightly weaker than AZ80
BENEWY ME542
These Type-C headphones are widely praised for their solid sound quality, comfortable fit, and impressive durability—one pair even survived a washing machine cycle. Users appreciate the included carrying case and the convenience of plug-and-play with Samsung devices. A few note that the earbuds can fall out during vigorous activity and that the audio, while good for the price, isn't audiophile-grade. Overall, they offer excellent value for everyday use.
Pros
- Good sound quality for the price
- Comfortable fit with rubber ear pieces
- Durable build, survives washing machine
- Includes compact carrying case
- Easy plug-and-play with Samsung devices
Cons
- Earbuds fall out during vigorous activity
- Audio quality only fair for music
- USB-C connector may become unstable over time
- Control buttons placed too high on cord
- Not suitable for audiophiles
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100 | BENEWY ME542 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | half-in-ear |
| Ear Tips | 5 x Eartip Pairs | — |
| Weight | 0.05 kg | 0.03 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 14.199999809265137 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | — |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | 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
BENEWY ME542
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong social proof (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 40 specs.