Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9
Technics EAH-AZ80
What Buyers Say
Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9
The Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9 earbuds receive high praise for their exceptional sound quality, with many users noting clear vocals, deep bass, and a wide soundstage. However, several reviews highlight significant issues with the left earbud not charging properly and mediocre active noise cancellation that struggles with wind and body noise. Call quality is also reported as poor by some, with robotic audio and connection drops. Overall, these earbuds are recommended for audiophiles who prioritize sound over ANC and reliability.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Clear vocals and deep bass
- Wide soundstage
- Comfortable fit
- Premium design and build
Cons
- Left earbud charging issues
- Mediocre active noise cancellation
- Poor call quality with robotic audio
- Bluetooth connection drops
- Difficult ear tip swapping
Technics EAH-AZ80
The Technics EAH-AZ10 earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, featuring clear separation, wide soundstage, and natural tuning that rivals higher-end models. Users praise the comfortable and secure fit, effective noise cancellation that doesn't muddy the audio, and impressive battery life lasting up to 7 hours. However, a few critical reviews highlight poor touch controls that are unresponsive, and one user experienced a significant volume imbalance after 1.5 years, with the company offering only a 10% discount on a replacement rather than a fix. Overall, these are highly recommended for audiophiles and daily use, but potential buyers should be aware of possible durability and control issues.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with clear separation
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Effective noise cancellation without audio degradation
- Impressive battery life up to 7 hours
- Great call quality
Cons
- Unresponsive touch controls
- Volume imbalance after extended use
- Poor customer service for defects
- Bulky design for some users
- ANC not sufficient in very loud environments
Scores
Specifications
| Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9 | Technics EAH-AZ80 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 4 diameter sizes, 3 stem lengths | XS, S, M, L, XL |
| Weight | 0.07 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | high-resolution | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 5.800000190734863 mm | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9 Wireless Earbuds, Premium Listening Experience with Bluetooth Wireless, Noise-Cancellation, High-Resolution Drivers with Innovative Acoustic Technology | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 6 hrs | 7 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 Minutes for 1.1 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 18.5 hrs★ | 16 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Capacity | — | 85 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Alexa, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | A-T connect | Technics Audio Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average battery (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
Technics EAH-AZ80
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
Technics EAH-AZ80 offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 36 specs.
