Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB550AP 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony MDR XB550AP | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Product Type | Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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| Height | - | 18.6 cm | |
| Width | - | 18 cm | |
| Depth | - | 5.1 cm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 215 g | Sony MDR XB550AP are lighter than Sony MDR XB550AP headphones. |
| Colour | Black | Red | White | Green | Blue | Natural | Black | |
| Body Material | - | Aluminium, fabric, rubber, polymer | |
| Earpad Material | - | Leather | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | - |
| SOUND QUALITY | Sony MDR XB550AP | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | On-ear | |
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| Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | Closed | - | |
| Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
| 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 | |
| Sound Effects | Extra Bass | - | |
| Frequency Response | 5 - 22000 Hz | 20 - 22000 Hz | Sony MDR XB550AP offer a larger frequency range than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i. |
| Sensitivity | 102 dB/mW | - | |
| Impedance | 24 Ohm | - | |
| Diaphragm | PET - 30 mm | 40 mm | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR XB550AP. |
| Magnet Material | Neodymium | - |
| MICROPHONE | Sony MDR XB550AP | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Form Factor | - | Built-in |
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| REMOTE CONTROL | Sony MDR XB550AP | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Controls | Answer/end | Volume, power on/off, play/pause, pair mode, noise-cancellation suspend button, audio transparency |
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| CABLE | Sony MDR XB550AP | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Cable Type | Headphones cable - Y-type - L shaped | Headphones cable - 1.2 m USB to USB-C cable - 1.25 m |
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| Cable Length | 1.2 m | - | |
| Plated Connector | Gold | - |
| FEATURES | Sony MDR XB550AP | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Sensors | - | Proximity sensor |
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| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony MDR XB550AP | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Battery Type | - | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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| 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 |
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| Charging Time | - | 3.5 hour(s) |
| CONNECTIONS | Sony MDR XB550AP | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
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| OTHERS | Sony MDR XB550AP | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Included Accessories | - | Carrying pouch, airplane adapter | |
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| Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years |
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