Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds4 Pro
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds4 Pro
The Q&A section reveals significant confusion about trade-in eligibility, cross-platform compatibility, and feature requirements. Users are frustrated by unclear answers and lack of detailed technical specifications like codec support. The product seems to generate more questions than satisfaction among potential buyers.
Cons
- Unclear trade-in process
- Missing cross-platform compatibility info
- Vague feature requirements
- Lack of codec specifications
- Unanswered preorder gift card questions
Technics EAH-AZ100
The Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, with users highlighting deep bass, clear highs, and immersive audio. Comfort, battery life, and noise cancellation are also frequently commended, though some users note the price is high and volume could be louder. A few minor issues like Bluetooth LE disconnects and initial multi-device pairing were mentioned, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Deep immersive bass
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Excellent battery life
Cons
- High price point
- Limited maximum volume
- Bluetooth LE disconnects
- Initial multi-device pairing issues
- Plastic exterior
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds4 Pro | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Large, Medium, Small | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | 24-bit hi-fi codec | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Range | 61 m★ | 10 m |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 4.5 hrs | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for a few more hours | 15 min. for 90 min. playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 30 hrs★ | 28 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Capacity | 61 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Gemini, Bixby | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Samsung Phone app | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds4 Pro
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
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 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 4 of 40 specs.
