By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified Jun 4 by Billy G.
Anker Soundcore P40ivs
Technics EAH-AZ60M2
Technics EAH-AZ60M2
Worth-It Score: 83/100WAIT — WAIT under $59Anker Soundcore P40i scores well, but current pricing sits above our fair-price band. Wait for a price drop before pulling the trigger.
Verdict: The Anker Soundcore P40i offers 60-hour total battery and IPX5 at $69 MSRP, beating the Technics EAH-AZ60M2 on endurance and value by a wide margin. The Technics model counters with 20Hz-40kHz frequency response and Dual Hybrid ANC but trails on battery (7 hours ANC on) and costs $249. For most users the P40i provides stronger real-world utility per dollar spent.
Anker Soundcore P40I lists at $69 while Technics EAH-AZ60M2 lists at $249 — Anker Soundcore P40I undercuts Technics EAH-AZ60M2 by $180 (261%).
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Winner: Anker Soundcore P40i
Anker Soundcore P40I: 8/10
Technics EAH-AZ60M2: 7/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
Anker Soundcore P40I
Technics EAH-AZ60M2
Driver Size
11mm
8mm
Battery Life
60 hours total
7 hours (ANC on)
Water Resistance
IPX5
IPX4
Bluetooth
5.3
5.3
Anker Soundcore P40I
What works
60-hour total battery life enables multi-day use without recharging
Adaptive ANC at $69 MSRP undercuts premium competitors by over $150
IPX5 rating provides superior sweat and water protection versus IPX4 models
What doesn't
11mm drivers lack the 20Hz-40kHz frequency response of higher-end alternatives
Total battery figure includes case; per-charge duration not specified
Technics EAH-AZ60M2
What works
8mm drivers deliver 20Hz-40kHz frequency response for wider audio detail
Dual Hybrid Noise Cancelling tuned for precise environmental blocking
Bluetooth 5.3 with premium build typical of Technics audio engineering
What doesn't
Only 7 hours battery with ANC on requires frequent case recharges
IPX4 rating offers less water resistance than IPX5 options at lower prices