AILIHEN C90
Technics EAH-A800
What Buyers Say
AILIHEN C90
The AILIHEN C90 wired headphones are widely praised for their clear sound quality with balanced bass, comfortable over-ear fit, and convenient built-in microphone and volume controls. Users appreciate the foldable, lightweight design and durable nylon cable, making them a great budget-friendly option for everyday use, calls, and online classes. A few minor complaints include an overly long cord for shorter users, sound leakage at low volumes, and the volume control being too close to the earpiece. Overall, they offer excellent value for the price.
Pros
- Clear sound with balanced bass
- Comfortable over-ear fit
- Built-in microphone and volume control
- Foldable and lightweight design
- Durable nylon cable
Cons
- Overly long cord for shorter users
- Sound leakage at low volumes
- Volume control too close to earpiece
- Cord fraying at plug junction
- Not fully compatible with computers
Technics EAH-A800
The Technics EAH-A800 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, which many users compare favorably to wired headphones, especially when using the LDAC codec. Reviewers praise the comfortable fit, effective ANC, and the ability to create an immersive soundstage with clear stereo separation. However, a few users report durability concerns, such as the headband material loosening within a month and faulty components after a year, while others suggest minor improvements like larger ear cups and more EQ bands.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Immersive soundstage with stereo separation
- LDAC codec support for high-quality audio
Cons
- Durability concerns with headband material
- Faulty components after a year
- Ear cups could be slightly bigger
- Headband feels hard on scalp
- Only 5 EQ bands (wants more)
Scores
Specifications
| AILIHEN C90 | Technics EAH-A800 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | — | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | protein leatherette | super-soft earpads |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 117 Ω | 34 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | AILIHEN C90 Wired Headphones with Microphone Volume Control, Noise Reduction Over Ear Headphones Wired 3.5mm, Super Soft Corded Headphone for Cellphones, Tablet and Chromebook (Black, Classic, L) | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | AILIHEN C90 Wired Headphones with Microphone Volume Control, Noise Reduction Over Ear Headphones Wired 3.5mm, Super Soft Corded Headphone for Cellphones, Tablet and Chromebook (Black, Classic, L) | AI | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones with 2 Device Multipoint Connectivity - EAH-A800-K Black | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear | Technics | Black | Over Ear | Over E |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Dual Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1 m |
| Range | — | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 50 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 Minutes for 10 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 8★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Alexa |
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| App | — | Technics Audio Connect |
Pros & Cons
AILIHEN C90
- Strong comfort (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (68th percentile)
- Strong anc (67th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (21st percentile)
- Below average build (35th percentile)
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 37 specs.