1MORE Penta Driver P50 vs Technics EAH-AZ100
1MORE Penta Driver P50
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
1MORE Penta Driver P50
The 1MORE Quad Driver in-ear monitors receive mixed feedback. While many users praise the excellent sound quality and comfortable fit, a significant number report issues with the included USB-C adapter, such as intermittent audio or build quality problems. Durability concerns also arise, with some experiencing loose connections after a few months of use. Overall, the audio performance is highly regarded, but the accessories and long-term reliability are points of contention.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable fit for long wear
- Replaceable cable
- Good selection of eartips
- Great for Hi-Res music with DAC
Cons
- Faulty USB-C adapter
- Durability issues with connections
- Expensive for the build quality
- Poor carrying case quality
- Inconsistent sound on one side
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
| 1MORE Penta Driver P50 | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-hook | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 8 pairs of silicone/foam ear tips | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.39 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | hybrid | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 5★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | 1MORE Penta Driver in-Ear Monitor Earphones, Hi-Res Certified Hybrid Multi-Driver HiFi Wired IEM Headphones, Detachable MMCX Connector, MEMS Mic and 3-in-1 Control, for Smartphones/PC/Tablet | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Dolby Atmos, Spatial Audio |
| 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 | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 28 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 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
1MORE Penta Driver P50
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average comfort (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average connectivity (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average affordability (20th percentile)20th %ile
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
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 39 specs.