Technics EAH-AZ100-N
Belkin SoundForm G3H0003fqWH
What Buyers Say
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
The Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, particularly with LDAC and Dolby Atmos. Users highlight the surprisingly effective AI-powered call noise cancellation, which blocks out background noise like screaming children or car washes. Comfort and customization via the app are also praised, though some note the ANC is slightly weaker than the previous AZ80 model.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with LDAC
- AI-powered call noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit for hours
- Customizable EQ via app
- Effective ANC and pass-through modes
Cons
- High price point ($300)
- ANC slightly weaker than AZ80
- Touch controls take getting used to
Belkin SoundForm G3H0003fqWH
Belkin's wired USB-C ANC earbuds fill a niche for those wanting active noise cancellation without Bluetooth or charging. Sound quality is praised by many, and the ANC is considered acceptable for the price by most, though a few find it weak or even defective. The main complaints are cable noise and eartips that detach too easily, with some experiencing poor customer support. Overall, they are seen as a practical, budget-friendly alternative to premium wireless buds.
Pros
- No need to charge
- Decent sound quality for price
- ANC works for most users
- Comfortable fit
- Good build quality
Cons
- Cable noise when moving
- Eartips fall off easily
- Weak ANC for some users
- Poor customer support
- Loud noise when ANC activated (defective units)
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100-N | Belkin SoundForm G3H0003fqWH | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | wired |
| Ear Tips | Extra large, Large, Medium, Small | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | Belkin SoundForm Active Noise Cancelling Earbuds Wired with USB C Connector, IPX5-Rated, in-Ear Earphones w/Microphone for iPhone 17/16/15, iPad mini, Galaxy S25, Google Pixel 10, & More - Black |
| 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 | USB-C |
| 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★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Android & iOS | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Belkin SoundForm G3H0003fqWH
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong anc (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong sound (78th percentile)
- Strong mic (68th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (34th percentile)
Pricing
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
No current pricing available
Belkin SoundForm G3H0003fqWH
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 38 specs.
