Technics EAH-A800
OneOdio Focus A5
What Buyers Say
Technics EAH-A800
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)
OneOdio Focus A5
The OneOdio Focus A5 headphones are widely praised for their excellent value, comfort, and impressive battery life. Users highlight the good sound quality, especially after EQ adjustment, and effective noise cancellation for the price. Some note the ANC could be better and a few wish for a power indicator light, but overall these are seen as a solid budget-friendly option.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Comfortable for long use
- Impressive battery life
- Good sound quality with EQ
- Effective noise cancellation for price
Cons
- ANC could be better
- No power indicator light
- No carrying case included
- Bass could be more present
- Power button not easy to use
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-A800 | OneOdio Focus A5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.27 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | super-soft earpads | protein leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 34 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC, SBC | LDAC |
| Surround | Technics - 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 Type | Dual Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1 m | — |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs | 75 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 10 Hours | 10 min for 10 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Alexa | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | Technics Audio Connect | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
OneOdio Focus A5
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong comfort (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
Pricing
Technics EAH-A800
No current pricing available
OneOdio Focus A5
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 38 specs.
