Sennheiser IE 900
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
Sennheiser IE 900
The Sennheiser IE 900 is praised for its exceptional sound quality, comfort, and lightweight design, making it ideal for long listening sessions without ear fatigue. Users highlight its superior soundstage and suitability for classical music, though some report QC issues like cable cutouts. Overall, it is considered a worthy investment for audiophiles.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Lightweight and comfortable
- No ear fatigue
- Superior soundstage
- Great for classical music
Cons
- QC issues with cable cutouts
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 IE 900 | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-hook | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | — | 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 | 48 kHz★ | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 123 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Sennheiser IE 900 Audiophile In-Ear Monitors - TrueResponse Transducers with X3R technology for Balanced Sound, Detachable Cable with Flexible Ear Hooks, Includes Balanced Cables | 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 | 3.5mm | Bluetooth |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 min. for 90 min. playback |
| Charging | proprietary | 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
Sennheiser IE 900
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong sound (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (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
Technics EAH-AZ100 offers 7.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 40 specs.
