Technics EAH-AZ100
Sony Sports MDRAS410AW
What Buyers Say
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
Sony Sports MDRAS410AW
These Sony earbuds deliver impressive sound quality with good bass and treble balance, making them a solid choice for music lovers. However, many users report that the ear loop design is finicky and requires practice to secure properly, with some experiencing loosening during exercise. Durability concerns are also common, as several reviewers mention breakage at the speaker attachment or cable. Despite these issues, the adjustable fit and comfortable material are praised, especially for sports use.
Pros
- Great sound quality with balanced bass and treble
- Adjustable ear loop fit
- Comfortable material
- Good for sports and exercise
- Works with phone calls and PlayStation
Cons
- Ear loop design is finicky and hard to secure
- Loosens during exercise
- Durability issues with speaker attachment and cable
- Bulky design
- White cable shows grime easily
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100 | Sony Sports MDRAS410AW | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 5 x Eartip Pairs | — |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | — |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| 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★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | 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
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Sony Sports MDRAS410AW
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
- Below average sound (28th percentile)
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
Pricing
Sony Sports MDRAS410AW offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 21 of 39 specs.
