Technics EAH-A800
Technics
92 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM5
Sony
95 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Technics EAH-A800 | Sony WH-1000XM5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | super-soft earpads | soft fit leather |
| Headband | — | metal |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | PEEK/Polyurethane 3-Layer Diaphragm | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz | 4 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 34 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | 102 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | LDAC |
| 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 | Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise Canceling Wireless Headphones - 30hr Battery Life - Over-Ear Style - Optimized for Alexa and Google Assistant - Built-in mic for Calls - Silver International Version | Sony WH-10 |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Dual Hybrid feedforward & feedback | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | 3.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 hours (NC ON) | 3 min charge for 3 hours of playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8 | 8 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Technics Audio Connect | Sony Headphones Connect |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93th percentile)93th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (20th percentile)20th %ile
Sony WH-1000XM5
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (92th percentile)92th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (2th percentile)2th %ile
Pricing
Technics EAH-A8000.007score per dollar
vs
Sony WH-1000XM50.016score per dollar
Sony WH-1000XM5 offers 2.3x better value for money
Technics EAH-A800
Sony WH-1000XM5
Verdict
Winner: Technics EAH-A800
Scores 92 overall, wins 0 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 41 specs.
