Detailed comparison and review of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Height | 19 cm | 20 cm | |
| Width | 18 cm | 19.7 cm | |
| Depth | 4 cm | 5.2 cm | |
| Weight | 255 g | 285 g | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC are lighter than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC headphones. |
| Colour | Black | Natural | Chestnut | |
| Body Material | Plastic, fabric, anodised aluminium, cow leather | Stainless steel, aluminium | |
| Earpad Material | - | Leather | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | 10 m | The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same. |
| SOUND QUALITY | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation |
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| Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.0 | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC. |
| Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | - | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, AAC, apt-X LL | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | - | Signature Sound | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 20 - 22000 Hz | Both headphones offer the same frequency response. |
| Sensitivity | - | 93 dB | |
| Impedance | - | 24 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
| MICROPHONE | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation |
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| Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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| Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation |
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| Controls | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, pair mode, voice assistant, noise-cancellation suspend button, ANC on/off |
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| CABLE | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation |
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| Cable Type | Audio cable Micro-USB charge cable |
Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable - 1.25 m |
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| Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
| Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
| FEATURES | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation |
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| Features | - | Touch control | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
| Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation |
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| Battery Type | 1 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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| Battery Capacity | 800 mAh | 1110 mAh | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation have a higher battery capacity than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC. |
| Battery Life | 35 hour(s) | 33 hour(s) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC lasts longer on a single charge than the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation. |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 25 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 32 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 33 hours |
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| Charging Time | 3 hour(s) | 3 hour(s) | The charging of both headphones last the same time. |
| Included Qty | 1 | - |
| WIRELESS LINK | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation |
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| Transmission Range | 10 m | - |
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| CONNECTIONS | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation |
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| Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B) |
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation |
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| Included Accessories | Carrying pouch, airplane adapter | Carrying pouch, airplane adapter | |
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| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 3 years | - |
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