Sony MDR-EX155AP
Technics EAH-AZ80
What Buyers Say
Sony MDR-EX155AP
These Sony wired earbuds are praised for their excellent sound quality, comfort, and affordability, with many users preferring them over pricier wireless options. However, some report issues like lack of volume control on the remote, a high-frequency tone that may be harmful, and the glue holding the earbud halves can fail over time. Overall, they are a solid choice for music and gaming, but not ideal for phone calls.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes
- Affordable price
- Great for gaming (PS4/PS5)
- Lightweight and compact
Cons
- No volume control on remote
- High-frequency tone may be harmful
- Glue holding earbud halves can fail
- Not ideal for phone calls
- Wires can tangle easily
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
| Sony MDR-EX155AP | Technics EAH-AZ80 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-tip | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | small, medium, large | XS, S, M, L, XL |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 9 mm | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 24 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Sony MDREX155AP in-Ear Earbud Headphones/Headset with mic for Phone Call, White (MDR-EX155AP/W) | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 7 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 Minutes for 1.1 Hours |
| Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 16 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Capacity | — | 85 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Alexa, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | Technics Audio Connect |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Sony MDR-EX155AP
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average sound (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average connectivity (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- 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
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 36 specs.