Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR XB950B1 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 XB950B1 | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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| Height | - | 18.6 cm | |
| Width | - | 18 cm | |
| Depth | - | 5.1 cm | |
| Weight | 280 g | 215 g | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i are lighter than Sony MDR XB950B1 headphones. |
| Colour | Black | Natural | Black | |
| Body Material | - | Aluminium, fabric, rubber, polymer | |
| Earpad Material | - | Leather | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | - | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | - |
| SOUND QUALITY | Sony MDR XB950B1 | 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 4.1 | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony MDR XB950B1. |
| Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | - | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC, aptX | 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 | 3 - 28000 Hz | 20 - 22000 Hz | Sony MDR XB950B1 offer a larger frequency range than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i. |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB/mW | - | |
| Impedance | 32 Ohm | - | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
| MICROPHONE | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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| Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Omni-directional | - | |
| Frequency Response | 50 - 8000 Hz | - |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Sony MDR XB950B1 | 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 XB950B1 | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m Micro-USB cable - 50 cm |
Headphones cable - 1.2 m USB to USB-C cable - 1.25 m |
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| Cable Length | 1.2 m | - | |
| Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
| FEATURES | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Sensors | - | Proximity sensor |
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| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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| Battery Capacity | - | 1110 mAh | |
| Battery Life | 18 hour(s) | 45 hour(s) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR XB950B1. |
| 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 | 200 hours | - | |
| Charging Time | 4 hour(s) | 3.5 hour(s) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i recharge faster than Sony MDR XB950B1. |
| WIRELESS LINK | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Radio Frequency Range | 2.4 - 2.4835GHz | - |
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| CONNECTIONS | Sony MDR XB950B1 | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Connector Type | USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) 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 XB950B1 | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i |
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| Included Accessories | - | Carrying pouch, airplane adapter | |
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| Compatibility | iPhone, iPod, Android phone | - | |
| Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years |
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