Technics EAH-AZ100

Technics EAH-AZ100

Technics
100 Overall Score
vs
Samsung Galaxy Buds4

Samsung Galaxy Buds4

Samsung
71 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Technics EAH-AZ100

88 out of 100 medium confidence 28 reviews

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
👍 Sound quality 12
👍 Bass performance 6
👍 Noise cancellation 5
👍 Comfort 6
👍 Battery life 5
🤔 Value for money 4

Samsung Galaxy Buds4

82 out of 100 medium confidence 12 reviews

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
👍 Sound quality 4
👍 Comfort and fit 4
👍 Samsung integration 3
🤔 Battery life 3
👎 Microphone quality 2
👍 Noise cancelling 2

Scores

Budget
Technics
99
Samsung
71
Travel
Technics
95
Samsung
63
Calls
Technics
93
Samsung
62
Commute
Technics
90
Samsung
73
Music
Technics
90
Samsung
69
Gaming
Technics
88
Samsung
63
Fitness
Technics
80
Samsung
60

Specifications

Technics EAH-AZ100Samsung Galaxy Buds4
Design
Form Factorin-earin-ear
Wearing Styletrue wirelesstrue wireless
Ear Tips5 x Eartip Pairs—
Weight0.05 kg★0.05 kg
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size10 mm★—
Drivers1★—
Freq Min20 Hz★—
Freq Max40 kHz★—
Impedance16 Ω—
Hi-Res Audio✓✓
CodecsAAC, LC3, LDAC, SBCSBC, AAC, LC3
SurroundDolby AtmosDolby Atmos
Noise Control
ANC✓✓
ANC Typeadaptiveadaptive
Transparency✓✓
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.35.4★
ProfilesAVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP—
Multipoint✓★✗
Wired ConnectorBluetooth—
Range10 m61 m★
Earbud Battery
Battery Life8 hrs★6 hrs
Charge Time2.5 hrs★—
Fast Charging15 min. for 90 min. playback—
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Battery
Case Battery28 hrs30 hrs★
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless Charging✓✓
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count6★—
NC Mic✓✓
Features
Voice AssistantGoogle Assistant, SiriGemini, Bixby
Touch Controls✓✓
AppAndroid & iOSSamsung Phone app
Volume Limiting✗—
Gaming Mode✗✗
Bone Conduction✗✗
Water ResistanceIPX4IPX4

Pros & Cons

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds4

  • Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong sound (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (87th percentile)87th %ile
  • Strong build (79th percentile)
  • Below average battery (21st percentile)

Pricing

Samsung Galaxy Buds4 is $55 cheaper (1.3x less).

Verdict

★ Winner: Technics EAH-AZ100

Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 39 specs.

Technics EAH-AZ100 Better at:

CallsMusicBudgetGamingTravelCommuteFitness

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