Sony MDR XB650BT vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony MDR XB650BT vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB650BT Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
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
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
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
Form Factor - Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB650BT Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Controls Volume control Volume, power on/off, play/pause, pair mode, noise-cancellation suspend button, audio transparency
CABLE Sony MDR XB650BT Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Cable Type Micro-USB charge cable - 50 cm Headphones cable - 1.2 m
USB to USB-C cable - 1.25 m
FEATURES Sony MDR XB650BT Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Sensors - Proximity sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR XB650BT Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
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
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
Connector Type Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB650BT Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Included Accessories - Carrying pouch, airplane adapter
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years
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