Technics EAH-A800
Technics
82 Overall Score
vs
Apple AirPods Max MWW43AM/A
Apple
88 Overall Score
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Specifications
| Technics EAH-A800 | Apple AirPods Max MWW43AM/A | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.32 kg★ | 0.39 kg |
| Ear Cushion | super-soft earpads | Mesh textile, memory foam |
| Headband | — | Stainless steel |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | Dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 34 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | 100 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC, SBC | AAC, SBC |
| Surround | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones with 2 Device Multipoint Connectivity - EAH-A800-K Black | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear | Technics | Black | Over Ear | Over E | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Dual Hybrid | Enhanced |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | 1 m | — |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m | 15.199999809265137 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs★ | 20 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 10 Hours | 10min=4hrs |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | 3 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Alexa | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Technics Audio Connect | iOS Only |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (92th percentile)92th %ile
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (19th percentile)19th %ile
Apple AirPods Max MWW43AM/A
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (93th percentile)93th %ile
- Strong build (92th percentile)92th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
Pricing
Technics EAH-A8000.234score per dollar
vs
Apple AirPods Max MWW43AM/A0.203score per dollar
Technics EAH-A800 offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Apple AirPods Max MWW43AM/A
Scores 88 overall, wins 1 of 7 usage categories and 3 of 41 specs.
