Sony EX Series MDREX15LP/B
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
What Buyers Say
Sony EX Series MDREX15LP/B
These earbuds receive mixed reviews. Many users praise the sound quality and value for the low price, but a significant number report that the left earbud stops working after a few weeks. Durability is a major concern, with some units failing within days. The angled jack design is often blamed for the connection issues.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Excellent bass
- Comfortable fit
- Good value for money
- Durable for some users
Cons
- Left earbud failure
- Short lifespan
- Wire noise
- No microphone or controls
- Poor customer service
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
Scores
Specifications
| Sony EX Series MDREX15LP/B | Technics EAH-AZ100-N | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | In-Ear | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | Extra large, Large, Medium, Small |
| Weight | 0.02 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 9 mm | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 8★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | 8 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 100 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Sony MDR-EX15LP In-Ear Headphones, 9mm Drivers, Black | 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★ |
| 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
Sony EX Series MDREX15LP/B
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average connectivity (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Pricing
Sony EX Series MDREX15LP/B offers 23.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 40 specs.
