CCA ZAS vs Technics EAH-AZ100
CCA ZAS
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
CCA ZAS
The KZ ZAS earphones receive mostly positive feedback for their crisp, balanced sound and excellent value for money, especially compared to pricier competitors like Shure SE215s. However, a few users report durability issues with blown speakers and less-than-ideal fit, while one reviewer finds them lacking in sonic balance despite the low price. Overall, they are praised as a great budget option for gaming and music, but quality control may be a concern.
Pros
- Crisp and balanced sound
- Excellent value for money
- Great for gaming and music
- Outperforms pricier competitors like Shure SE215
- Good instrument separation and clarity
Cons
- Durability issues with blown speakers
- Less-than-ideal fit for some users
- Not as balanced as expected by some
- Requires cable replacement research
- May need equalizer for gaming
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 ZAS | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | Rounded tips for ear canal | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | s | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.09 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | hybrid | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 8★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 24 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 109 dB★ | — |
| 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★ |
| Profiles | — | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | Audio jack | 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
CCA ZAS
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong comfort (70th percentile)
- Below average affordability (30th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)
- Below average build (34th 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
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 40 specs.
