Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 vs Technics EAH-AZ100 Comparison

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2

Beamforming microphones and Clear Calling on Pixel phones reduce background noise and boost your voice. A wind-blocking mesh covers the mics. Hybrid workers who spend hours on laptop calls get a steadier experience from the Poly Voyager Free 60+ and its USB adapter, which keeps call audio wideband on Windows and Mac.

Technics EAH-AZ100

Voice Focus AI uses multiple microphones and processing to isolate your voice from background noise. Technics trained the algorithm to recognise voice versus ambient sound. For hybrid workers, this makes them a credible alternative to business-focused earbuds, especially when paired with three-device multipoint and a laptop that stays connected all day.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2

Silent Seal 2.0 runs on the Tensor A1 chip, and Google claims it cancels about twice as much noise as the first Pro. Transparency and Conversation Detection, which pauses audio when you speak, are included. The fin-style stabiliser twists to lock the buds in place, which also improves the seal and therefore the cancellation.

Technics EAH-AZ100

Adaptive hybrid ANC uses feedforward and feedback microphones to adjust to your surroundings and fit. An ambient mode is available for conversations and announcements. Noise cancelling is strong across low and mid frequencies, removing engine hum and office chatter effectively. It is not quite as aggressive as the best from Sony and Bose, but it remains well above average.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2

Google quotes up to 8 hours with ANC on, or 12 hours off, and up to 30 hours with the case using ANC. That is among the best in premium earbuds. A full workday of music and calls is easy, and the case recharges over lunch. Five minutes of charging gives about an hour of playback.

Technics EAH-AZ100

Technics rates up to 10 hours with ANC on using AAC, and 28 hours with the case. LDAC reduces that to 7 hours per charge and 18 hours total. Ten hours with noise cancelling on is excellent and covers a full workday of calls and music. The case supports Qi wireless charging and USB-C.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2

Each bud weighs about 4.7 g, among the lightest in this group, and the twist-to-adjust fin keeps them steady during walks or workouts. Google includes four tip sizes. The small size makes them comfortable for long sessions, and they barely protrude from the ear. That also helps with lying on a pillow or wearing a hat.

Technics EAH-AZ100

Technics lists roughly 5.9 g per earpiece and redesigned the shell to be smaller and more ergonomic than the AZ80, with multiple tip sizes included in the box to suit different ear canals. They sit securely for long sessions and seal well, which helps both bass response and noise cancelling.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2

The buds connect over Bluetooth 5.4 with two-device multipoint, LE Audio and Fast Pair for one-tap setup. On Android the buds appear in settings without a separate app download. Gemini integration lets you talk to Google's assistant hands-free, which is handy on the move for messages, reminders and directions. Find My Device locates lost buds and the case on a map.

Technics EAH-AZ100

Bluetooth 5.3 supports SBC, AAC, LDAC and LC3. Multipoint connects up to three devices at once, which is rare among earbuds. Three devices means a laptop, a phone and a tablet can stay connected together, and the buds switch to whichever one starts playing. That is a big advantage for people who move between work and personal devices.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2

Each bud has an 11 mm dynamic driver, unusually large for such a small earbud. Codec support covers SBC, AAC and LC3 for LE Audio, with no aptX or LDAC. The tuning is lively and bass forward, with clear vocals. The Pixel app's five-band EQ lets you calm the low end for podcasts and calls between meetings.

Technics EAH-AZ100

Each bud uses a 10 mm Magnetic Fluid Driver, a design Technics brought over from its high-end headphones. The fluid around the voice coil reduces distortion and allows more precise control of the diaphragm. LDAC support lets Android users stream higher-resolution audio, and Dolby Atmos adds spatial playback. They compete directly with the AirPods Pro 3 at the premium end.