Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT
Audio-Technica
68 Overall Score
vs
Technics EAH-A800
Technics
92 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT | Technics EAH-A800 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | super-soft earpads |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | PEEK/Polyurethane 3-Layer Diaphragm |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 50 Hz | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 35 Ω | 34 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | aptX, AAC, SBC | SBC, AAC, 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 |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | Dual Hybrid feedforward & feedback |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1 m |
| Range | — | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 35 hrs | 50 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 5.5 hrs | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 hours (NC ON) |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 8★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Audio-Technica Connect | Technics Audio Connect |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT
- Strong anc (93th percentile)93th %ile
- Strong sound (92th percentile)92th %ile
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong connectivity (81th percentile)81th %ile
- Below average social proof (18th percentile)18th %ile
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
Pricing
Verdict
Winner: Technics EAH-A800
Scores 92 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 36 specs.
