Technics EAH-AZ100-N
Samsung Galaxy Buds4
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
Samsung Galaxy Buds4
These open-style earbuds are a great alternative to Apple AirPods for Android users, offering excellent sound quality, comfort, and seamless Samsung integration. Users praise the lightweight design and battery life, but note that the microphones could be better and the charging case battery is only average. Overall, they are highly recommended for those who prefer non-silicone tips and have Samsung phones.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable and lightweight design
- Seamless Samsung integration
- Great battery life
- Good noise cancelling
Cons
- Microphone quality could be better
- Charging case battery only average
- Not ideal with hairstyles or earrings
- May fall out for some users
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100-N | Samsung Galaxy Buds4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Extra large, Large, Medium, Small | — |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | SBC, AAC, LC3 |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | 10 m | 61 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs | 30 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | Gemini, Bixby |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | Samsung Phone app |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
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
Samsung Galaxy Buds4
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Below average battery (21st percentile)
Pricing
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
Samsung Galaxy Buds4
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 38 specs.
