Technics EAH-AZ100-N
Status Between SAANC-3X
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
Status Between SAANC-3X
The Status Between 3 ANC earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, featuring three dedicated drivers that deliver clear, balanced audio with powerful bass. Users praise the impressive noise cancellation, long battery life, and reliable Bluetooth multipoint connectivity, though some note the touch controls can be finicky and the ear tips are difficult to change. A few isolated issues with earbud malfunction were resolved quickly by customer support, and overall, these are considered a top-tier choice for audiophiles.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with three drivers
- Powerful and clear bass without distortion
- Impressive noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Reliable Bluetooth multipoint connectivity
Cons
- Touch controls can be imprecise
- Ear tips are very difficult to change
- Slightly bulky design sticks out
- Multipoint audio can cut out with both devices active
- App could be improved
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100-N | Status Between SAANC-3X | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Extra large, Large, Medium, Small | multiple ear tip sizes and wingtips |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 3★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | Status Between 3ANC Onyx True Active Noise Cancelling Wireless Earbuds - Black iPhone & Android ANC in Ear Buds, Charging Case, Built-in 6 Microphones, 8H Playtime, Bluetooth 5.2, IPX5 |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | advanced |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| 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 | 0.25 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | 15 min for 2 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | Siri, Google Assistant |
| 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 (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Status Between SAANC-3X
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong sound (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
Pricing
Status Between SAANC-3X offers 2.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 39 specs.
