Technics EAH-AZ100-N
sprtoybat Q38
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
sprtoybat Q38
The Q38 Bluetooth 5.4 wireless earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their strong connectivity, impressive sound quality, and long battery life. Users highlight the secure fit during workouts and the convenient LED battery display. A few concerns include a flimsy charging case lid and occasional durability issues after a few months, but overall, they are considered excellent value for the price.
Pros
- Strong Bluetooth connectivity
- Impressive sound clarity and bass
- Long battery life with charging case
- Secure fit during workouts
- Convenient LED battery display
Cons
- Flimsy charging case lid
- Durability issues after a few months
- Overly sensitive touch controls
- Case feels cheap
- Not ideal for very small ears
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100-N | sprtoybat Q38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | ear-hook |
| Ear Tips | Extra large, Large, Medium, Small | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 14.199999809265137 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 80 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | Ear Buds Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds, Bluetooth 5.4 Headphones 68hrs Playtime Sport Earphones with LED Display ENC Noise Cancelling Mic, IPX7 Waterproof Earbuds with Hook for Sports/Workout/Running |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | 10 min for 2 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs | 68 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX7 |
Pros & Cons
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
sprtoybat Q38
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong sound (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
sprtoybat Q38 offers 8.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 39 specs.
