Technics EAH-AZ100-N
Moondrop Starfield 2
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
Moondrop Starfield 2
The Moondrop Starfield II IEMs receive mixed feedback. Many users praise their build quality, metal shell, and clear sound, especially for female vocals and electric guitar. However, a recurring and serious issue involves the stock filters becoming clogged with moisture or debris, causing one earpiece to go silent, which frustrates several owners. The cable is also criticized for being uncomfortable over long periods, and some feel the value has decreased compared to newer competitors at the same price point.
Pros
- Excellent build quality with metal shell
- Clear and detailed sound
- Great for female vocals and electric guitar
- Comfortable fit for small ears
- Durable braided cable
Cons
- Stock filters clog with moisture and debris
- One earpiece goes silent due to filter issues
- Uncomfortable cable for long sessions
- Bright and peaky treble for some
- Bass is weak out of the box
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100-N | Moondrop Starfield 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Extra large, Large, Medium, Small | — |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 12 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 24 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 15 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 122 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★ | — |
| 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 | — |
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
Moondrop Starfield 2
- Strong sound (69th percentile)
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average connectivity (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 40 specs.