Technics EAH-AZ100-N
jechan C08-800-3
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
jechan C08-800-3
These wired earbuds receive mostly positive feedback for their balanced sound, deep bass, and clear call quality. The noise cancellation feature works well for conversations but not for music, and some users found it ineffective. The red color and included USB-C adapter are appreciated, though the treble could be crisper.
Pros
- Balanced sound with deep bass
- Clear call quality
- Effective noise reduction for conversations
- Includes USB-C adapter
- Comfortable fit
Cons
- Noise cancellation ineffective for music
- Treble could be crisper
- Noise reduction not noticeable for some
- Red color may not suit everyone
- Ear cover swap is tricky
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100-N | jechan C08-800-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | Extra large, Large, Medium, Small | multiple sizes included |
| Weight | 0.05 kg | 0.03 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | Wired Active Call Noise Cancelling Earbuds (Dynamic & Balanced Armature)-Deep Rich Bass Hi-Fi Stereo In Ear Headphones,Balanced Super Bass Mids Highs Wired Earphone with Mic Noise Reduction(white) |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | active call noise cancellation |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 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★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | 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
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
jechan C08-800-3
- Strong sound (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong anc (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (29th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
jechan C08-800-3 offers 3.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 39 specs.
