Technics EAH-AZ80
KZ ZS10 Pro
What Buyers Say
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
KZ ZS10 Pro
The KZ ZS10 Pro IEMs receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, especially considering the low price. Users praise the detailed, slightly warm sound with punchy bass and an impressive soundstage, often comparing them favorably to much more expensive models. A few minor criticisms include a bright treble for some listeners and occasional physical discomfort or cable design issues, but the overall sentiment is highly enthusiastic.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Detailed and slightly warm sound signature
- Punchy, controlled bass
- Impressive soundstage and imaging
- Solid build quality with stainless steel
Cons
- Treble may be too bright for some listeners
- Cable design could be improved (Y-split too low, no adjustment)
- Occasional static shock reported
- Fit may require aftermarket tips for some
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ80 | KZ ZS10 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | in-ear |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L, XL | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.06 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 5★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 7 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 24 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 111 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC, SBC | sound_isolation, 0 years, Detachable, Noise Control, remote, Wired, In Ear, hybrid_driver, 24 ohm |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 7 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 1.1 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 16 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Capacity | 85 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Alexa, Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Technics Audio Connect | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-AZ80
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average affordability (11th percentile)11th %ile
KZ ZS10 Pro
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Strong comfort (70th percentile)
- Below average battery (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average mic (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
Technics EAH-AZ80
No current pricing available
KZ ZS10 Pro
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 39 specs.
