Sony MDR 1AM2 vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR 1AM2 and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony MDR 1AM2 vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR 1AM2 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 18.6 cm
Width - 18 cm
Depth - 5.1 cm
Weight 187 g 215 g Sony MDR 1AM2 are lighter than Sony MDR 1AM2 headphones.
Colour Black Natural | Black
Body Material - Aluminium, fabric, rubber, polymer
Earpad Material Synthetic leather Leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR 1AM2 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.2
Bluetooth Audio Codec - AAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 3 - 100000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Sony MDR 1AM2 offer a larger frequency range than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i.
Sensitivity 98 dB/mW -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR 1AM2 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR 1AM2 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Controls - Volume, power on/off, play/pause, pair mode, noise-cancellation suspend button, audio transparency
CABLE Sony MDR 1AM2 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1.2 m
Cellular phone cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Headphones cable - 1.2 m
USB to USB-C cable - 1.25 m
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony MDR 1AM2 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Sensors - Proximity sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR 1AM2 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 1110 mAh
Battery Life - 45 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 45 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 42 hours
Charging Time - 3.5 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR 1AM2 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sony MDR 1AM2 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Carrying pouch, airplane adapter
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years
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