Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB650BT 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 XB650BT | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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| Series | XB Series | - | |
| Height | - | 18.6 cm | |
| Width | - | 18 cm | |
| Depth | - | 5.1 cm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 215 g | Sony MDR XB650BT are lighter than Sony MDR XB650BT headphones. |
| Colour | Black | Blue | Red | Natural | Black | |
| Body Material | - | Aluminium, fabric, rubber, polymer | |
| Earpad Material | - | Leather | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | - |
| SOUND QUALITY | Sony MDR XB650BT | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | On-ear | |
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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 4.2 | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony MDR XB650BT. |
| Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC) | - | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | AAC | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | Extra Bass | - | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 22000 Hz | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR XB650BT. |
| Sensitivity | 95 dB/mW | - | |
| Impedance | 24 Ohm | - | |
| Diaphragm | 30 mm | 40 mm | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR XB650BT. |
| MICROPHONE | Sony MDR XB650BT | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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| Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - | |
| Audio Input Details | Omni-directional | - |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Sony MDR XB650BT | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Controls | Volume control | Volume, power on/off, play/pause, pair mode, noise-cancellation suspend button, audio transparency |
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| CABLE | Sony MDR XB650BT | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Cable Type | Micro-USB charge cable - 50 cm | Headphones cable - 1.2 m USB to USB-C cable - 1.25 m |
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| FEATURES | Sony MDR XB650BT | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Sensors | - | Proximity sensor |
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| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony MDR XB650BT | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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| Battery Capacity | - | 1110 mAh | |
| Battery Life | 30 hour(s) | 45 hour(s) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB650BT. |
| 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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| Standby Time | 300 hours | - | |
| Charging Time | 4 hour(s) | 3.5 hour(s) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i recharge faster than Sony MDR XB650BT. |
| CONNECTIONS | Sony MDR XB650BT | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Connector Type | Bluetooth | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
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| OTHERS | Sony MDR XB650BT | 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 |