Technics EAH-AZ80-K
Score: 83/100
Bowers & Wilkins Pi6
Score: 56/100Rankings
The Technics EAH-AZ80-K provides high-resolution audio, effective dual-hybrid ANC, and a rich feature set including multipoint pairing and wireless charging. Its battery life and touch-control sensitivity are the main drawbacks for power users.
The Bowers & Wilkins Pi6 offers audiophile-grade sound, solid ANC and a premium design at a lower price than the Pi8, but it misses wireless charging, lossless codecs and has a finicky app.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
7 hours | 8 hoursbest | |
— | 10 mbest | |
10 mm | 12 mmbest | |
20 Hzbest | — | |
40,000 Hzbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 57 gbest | 278 g |
12 months | 24 monthsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(2) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 10 mm | 12 mm |
Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC, aptX Classic, aptX Adaptive |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.4 |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 24 months |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 57 g | 278 g |
IP Rating | IPX4 | IP54 |
Ear Tip Sizes | XS1, XS2, S1, S2, M, L, XL | Extra Small, Small, Medium, Large |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 7 hours | 8 hours |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praised the AZ80 for its rich sound, effective hybrid ANC, and excellent call quality, earning high marks from CNET and HIFI Trends.
Everyday users highlight the superb audio fidelity, comfortable fit, and long case battery life, while repeatedly noting the reduced LDAC runtime, touch-control sensitivity, and limited tip selection on the newer model.
Professional reviewers commend the Pi6 for its audiophile-grade sound, solid ANC, comfortable fit, and premium build, while criticizing the reduced DSP capabilities, finicky touch controls, lack of wireless charging, and stripped-down app.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the Pi6's sound fidelity, effective ANC, long battery life and premium aesthetics, while lamenting unresponsive touch controls, limited app features, and the absence of wireless charging.
“The sound is rich and detailed, perfect for my daily commute.”
“Touch controls are too sensitive; I keep pausing my music unintentionally.”
“Battery lasts all day with ANC off, but drops fast with LDAC.”
