Technics EAH-AZ80
FiiO JH13
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
FiiO JH13
These budget IEMs under $60 deliver surprisingly analytical yet engaging sound with well-defined bass, clear mids, and airy treble. Build quality is reliable with a stylish zebra wood faceplate, though the treble can become harsh at high volumes. Overall, they offer excellent value for both audiophiles and casual listeners, and work well for gaming and movies too.
Pros
- Analytical yet engaging sound
- Well-defined bass and clear mids
- Airy and detailed treble
- Reliable build with zebra wood faceplate
- Excellent value for under $60
Cons
- Treble can be harsh at high volumes
- Not for bass-heads
- Average soundstage
- Plastic body may feel cheap to some
- Cable upgrade may be desired for aesthetics
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ80 | FiiO JH13 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | over-ear |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L, XL | — |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 3★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Sensitivity | — | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC, SBC | FiiO JH13 Hybrid HiFi IEMs – 1DD + 2BA Drivers, Entry-Level Audiophile in-Ear Headphones with Wooden Faceplate & Detachable 0.78mm 2-Pin Cable (Transparent Black) |
| 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 | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 16 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Capacity | 85 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | — |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Alexa, Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Technics Audio Connect | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | — |
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 (10th percentile)10th %ile
FiiO JH13
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average mic (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
Technics EAH-AZ80
No current pricing available
FiiO JH13
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 21 of 36 specs.
