Detailed comparison and review of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC and Sony MDR XB950B1. 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 | Sony MDR XB950B1 |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | |
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Height | 19 cm | - | |
Width | 18 cm | - | |
Depth | 4 cm | - | |
Weight | 255 g | 280 g | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC are lighter than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC headphones. |
Colour | Black | Natural | Black | |
Body Material | Plastic, fabric, anodised aluminium, cow 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 | Sony MDR XB950B1 |
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Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.0 | Bluetooth 4.1 | Sony MDR XB950B1 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) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, AAC, aptX | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | Extra Bass | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 3 - 28000 Hz | Sony MDR XB950B1 offer a larger frequency range than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC. |
Sensitivity | - | 105 dB/mW | |
Impedance | - | 32 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
MICROPHONE | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Sony MDR XB950B1 |
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Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | Electret condenser | |
Microphone Operation Mode | - | Omni-directional | |
Frequency Response | - | 50 - 8000 Hz |
REMOTE CONTROL | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Sony MDR XB950B1 |
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Controls | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track | Volume control |
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CABLE | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Sony MDR XB950B1 |
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Cable Type | Audio cable Micro-USB charge cable |
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m Micro-USB cable - 50 cm |
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Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Sony MDR XB950B1 |
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Battery Type | 1 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Capacity | 800 mAh | - | |
Battery Life | 35 hour(s) | 18 hour(s) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950B1. |
Standby Time | - | 200 hours | |
Charging Time | 3 hour(s) | 4 hour(s) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC recharge faster than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC. |
Included Qty | 1 | - |
WIRELESS LINK | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Sony MDR XB950B1 |
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Transmission Range | 10 m | - | |
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Radio Frequency Range | - | 2.4 - 2.4835GHz |
CONNECTIONS | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Sony MDR XB950B1 |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B) |
USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
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OTHERS | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Sony MDR XB950B1 |
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Included Accessories | Carrying pouch, airplane adapter | - | |
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Compatibility | - | iPhone, iPod, Android phone | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 3 years | - |