Sennheiser ACCENTUM True Wireless
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
Sennheiser ACCENTUM True Wireless
Overall, users are pleased with the sound quality, comfort, and battery life of these earbuds, with several praising the secure fit and easy pairing. However, one verified reviewer found them only 'barely acceptable' at half price, citing that they wouldn't pay the full $220. A promotional reviewer noted the touch controls are finicky and there's no active noise cancellation, but overall recommends them for audiophiles prioritizing sound and design.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Long battery life
- Easy pairing with phone
- Good microphone clarity
Cons
- High price at full retail
- Finicky touch controls
- No active noise cancellation
- Battery life only 4 hours for some
Technics EAH-AZ100
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds, praising the exceptional sound quality, especially with LDAC and Dolby Atmos, and the surprisingly effective AI-powered call noise cancellation that blocks out background noise like screaming kids or car washes. Comfort, customization via the app, and solid battery life are also highlighted. The only potential downside mentioned is the high price, but most feel the premium features justify the cost.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with LDAC
- AI-powered call noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit for long wear
- Customizable EQ via app
- Solid battery life
Cons
- High price point
- ANC slightly weaker than AZ80
Scores
Specifications
| Sennheiser ACCENTUM True Wireless | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Extra small, Large, Medium, Small | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 7 mm | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 21 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 107 dB★ | — |
| Max SPL | 107 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, LC3, SBC | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB | Bluetooth |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | 2.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 Minutes for 1 Hour | 15 min. for 90 min. playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs | 28 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Capacity | 55 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Sennheiser Smart Control App | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP54 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser ACCENTUM True Wireless
- Strong sound (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Technics EAH-AZ100
- 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
Sennheiser ACCENTUM True Wireless offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 42 specs.
