Technics EAH-AZ100-K
Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3
What Buyers Say
Technics EAH-AZ100-K
The Technics AZ100 earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, comfort, and effective noise cancellation. Users praise the balanced bass, sparkling highs, and impressive soundstage, though some wish for higher volume and a lower price. Battery life is solid, and the earbuds are comfortable for extended wear, making them a top choice for audiophiles.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Solid battery life
- Balanced bass and treble
Cons
- Could be louder
- High price point
- Limited availability at Best Buy
- No volume control via tapping
Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 are generally well-liked for their sound quality, battery life, and connectivity, especially at a refurbished price. However, several users report that the smooth, glossy material makes them prone to slipping out of the ears, and the fit may be uncomfortable for some ear shapes. A few isolated issues with audio defects and ANC were noted, but most reviewers are satisfied with the overall performance.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Long battery life (6-8 hours)
- Fast and reliable connectivity
- Effective noise cancellation for entry-level
- Sleek and stylish design
Cons
- Slippery material causes earbuds to fall out
- Uncomfortable fit for some ear shapes
- Smooth glossy finish is a design flaw
- ANC not the best for advanced users
- Potential battery degradation over time
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100-K | Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 5 x Eartip Pairs | s |
| Weight | 0.05 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 11 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 96 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | AAC, Samsung Seamless, SBC |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Active Noise Cancelling |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | USB Type C |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 5 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | Yes★ |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs★ | 20 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Capacity | — | 48 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 3 |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Bixby, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | Galaxy Wearable App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-AZ100-K
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average battery (23rd percentile)
Pricing
Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 offers 1.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 40 specs.
