CCA CCA-CRA vs Technics EAH-AZ100
CCA CCA-CRA
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
CCA CCA-CRA
The CCA CRA IEMs are widely praised for their excellent sound quality and value for money, especially for bass-heavy genres like EDM. However, several users report durability issues, with the left channel failing or the cable connection wearing out within a month. Customer service is responsive, replacing defective units, but the reliability concerns temper overall enthusiasm.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Great bass response and punch
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Good for EDM and gaming
- Responsive customer service
Cons
- Left channel fails within a month
- Cable connection wears out quickly
- Default tuning can be sibilant
- Mids can sound slightly muddy
- No chin slider on cable
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
| CCA CCA-CRA | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | โ | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | โ | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.06 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers | โ | 1★ |
| Freq Min | โ | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | โ | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 25 ฮฉ | 16 ฮฉ |
| Hi-Res Audio | โ | โ★ |
| Codecs | CCA CRA in Ear Monitor, Ultra-Thin Diaphragm Dynamic Driver IEM Earphones, Clear Sound & Deep Bass in Ear Headphones, Wired Gaming Earbuds with 2 Pin Detachable Cable for Singer Musicians Drummers | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | โ | Dolby Atmos, Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | โ | โ★ |
| ANC Type | โ | adaptive |
| Transparency | โ | โ★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | โ | โ★ |
| Bluetooth | โ | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | โ | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | โ | โ★ |
| Wired Connector | โ | Bluetooth |
| Range | โ | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | โ | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | โ | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | โ | 15 min. for 90 min. playback |
| Charging | โ | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | โ | 28 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | โ | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | โ | โ★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | โ | โ★ |
| Mic Count | โ | 6★ |
| NC Mic | โ | โ★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | โ | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | โ | โ★ |
| App | โ | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | โ | โ |
| Gaming Mode | โ★ | โ |
| Bone Conduction | โ | โ |
| Water Resistance | โ | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
CCA CCA-CRA
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong affordability (77th percentile)
- Strong comfort (70th percentile)
- Below average mic (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average connectivity (25th percentile)
- Below average sound (27th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Technics EAH-AZ100
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average affordability (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
Pricing
CCA CCA-CRA offers 3.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 21 of 39 specs.
