Technics EAH-A800

Technics EAH-A800

Technics
91 Overall Score
vs
LORELEI QC60

LORELEI QC60

LORELEI
54 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Technics EAH-A800

82 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews

The Technics EAH-A800 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, which many users compare favorably to wired headphones, especially when using the LDAC codec. Reviewers praise the comfortable fit, effective ANC, and the ability to create an immersive soundstage with clear stereo separation. However, a few users report durability concerns, such as the headband material loosening within a month and faulty components after a year, while others suggest minor improvements like larger ear cups and more EQ bands.

Pros
  • Exceptional sound quality
  • Effective active noise cancellation
  • Comfortable fit
  • Immersive soundstage with stereo separation
  • LDAC codec support for high-quality audio
Cons
  • Durability concerns with headband material
  • Faulty components after a year
  • Ear cups could be slightly bigger
  • Headband feels hard on scalp
  • Only 5 EQ bands (wants more)
👍 Sound quality 7
👎 Build quality 2
👍 Comfort 3
👍 Anc performance 2
👍 Ldac codec 3
👎 Eq customization 2

LORELEI QC60

78 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews

These budget headphones are praised for their impressive battery life, comfortable fit, and effective noise cancellation for the price. While sound quality is often described as mediocre or quiet, most users find them excellent for studying, gym, TV, or travel. A few complaints mention poor packaging and a loud startup noise.

Pros
  • Impressive battery life
  • Comfortable fit
  • Effective noise cancellation for price
  • Good value for money
  • Sturdy build
Cons
  • Mediocre sound quality
  • Low maximum volume
  • Loud startup noise
  • Poor packaging
👍 Battery life 5
🤔 Sound quality 9
👍 Noise cancellation 6
👍 Comfort 6
👍 Value for money 7
👍 Build quality 4

Scores

Gaming
Technics
96
LORELEI
55
Work
Technics
96
LORELEI
47
Calls
Technics
90
LORELEI
42
Budget
Technics
90
LORELEI
59
Commute
Technics
88
LORELEI
48
Music
Technics
80
LORELEI
55
Studio
Technics
76
LORELEI
50

Specifications

Technics EAH-A800LORELEI QC60
Design
Form Factorover-earover-ear
Open/Closedclosed—
Foldable✓✓
Weight0.30 kg★0.50 kg
Ear Cushionsuper-soft earpadsprotein
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size40 mm40 mm
Drivers12★
Freq Min4 Hz★—
Freq Max40 kHz★—
Impedance34 Ω32 Ω
Sensitivity105 dB★—
Hi-Res Audio✓✓
CodecsAAC, LDAC, SBCLORELEI QC60 Hybrid Active Noise Cancenlling Headphones,Wireless Over Ear Bluetooth Headsets with mic,100H Playtime ,3 EQ Mode Deep Bass, Memory Earmuffs,for Travel Home Office(Beige White)
SurroundTechnics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones with 2 Device Multipoint Connectivity - EAH-A800-K Black | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear | Technics | Black | Over Ear | Over E—
Noise Control
ANC✓✓
ANC TypeDual Hybridhybrid
Transparency✓★—
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.25.4★
ProfilesA2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP—
Multipoint✓★—
Wired Connector3.5mm3.5mm
Detachable Cable✓★—
Cable Length1 m—
Range10.100000381469727 m★—
Battery
Battery Life50 hrs60 hrs★
Charge Time3 hrs★—
Fast Charging15 Minutes for 10 Hours—
ChargingUSB-C★—
Capacity—800 mAh★
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count8★—
NC Mic✓✓
Boom Mic✗—
Features
Voice AssistantSiri, Alexa—
Touch Controls✗—
AppTechnics Audio Connect—

Pros & Cons

Technics EAH-A800

  • Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile

LORELEI QC60

  • Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile
  • Strong anc (86th percentile)86th %ile
  • Strong social proof (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
  • Below average comfort (13th percentile)13th %ile

Pricing

Technics EAH-A800

LORELEI QC60

No current pricing available

Verdict

★ Winner: Technics EAH-A800

Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 38 specs.

Technics EAH-A800 Better at:

WorkCallsMusicBudgetGamingStudioCommute

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