Technics EAH-AZ100 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds + True Wireless Earbud
Technics EAH-AZ100
Samsung Galaxy Buds + True Wireless Earbud
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
Samsung Galaxy Buds + True Wireless Earbud
The Galaxy Buds+ are widely praised for their excellent sound quality, long battery life, and comfortable fit. Users appreciate the customizable EQ settings via the Galaxy Wearable app and the independent use of each earbud. However, the lack of active noise cancellation and the need to manually adjust volume out of the box are noted drawbacks.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Long battery life (11+ hours)
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Customizable EQ via app
- Independent earbud use
Cons
- No active noise cancellation
- Low default volume out of box
- Can only pair with one device at a time
- Limited EQ customization (presets only)
- Touch controls can be accidentally triggered
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100 | Samsung Galaxy Buds + True Wireless Earbud | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 5 x Eartip Pairs | Large, Medium, Small |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | — |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos, Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 11 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | Yes★ |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs★ | 22 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 3 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | Bixby, Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | Galaxy Wearable |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX2 |
Pros & Cons
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
Samsung Galaxy Buds + True Wireless Earbud
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong battery (77th percentile)
- Below average affordability (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average comfort (27th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 39 specs.