Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods (1st generation) and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX. 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 | Apple AirPods (1st generation) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX |
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Product Type | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Product Generation | 1st generation | - | |
Height | 4.05 cm | 3.48 cm | |
Width | 1.65 cm | 2.25 cm | |
Depth | 1.8 cm | 2.27 cm | |
Weight | 4 g | 6 g | Apple AirPods (1st generation) are lighter than Apple AirPods (1st generation) headphones. |
Dimensions & Weight Details | Charging case: 4.43 cm x 2.13 cm x 5.35 cm / 38 g | Charging case: 6.62 cm x 2.21 cm x 4.8 cm / 53 g Earbud: 2.25 cm x 2.27 cm x 3.48 cm / 6 g |
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Colour | - | Anthracite oxygen | Anthracite black | Gold tone | |
Body Material | - | Aluminium, silicone, polymer, tempered glass | |
Protection | - | IP57 | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics |
SOUND QUALITY | Apple AirPods (1st generation) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX |
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Headphones Form Factor | Ear-bud | In-ear | |
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Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.2 | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, AAC, aptX | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Adaptive Noise Cancelling | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | - | 20 - 20000 Hz | |
Sensitivity | - | 107 dB | |
Impedance | - | 16 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | - | 9.2 mm | |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium |
MICROPHONE | Apple AirPods (1st generation) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphone Technology | - | Condenser | |
Microphone Operation Mode | - | Omni-directional | |
Microphones Included | - | 6 |
REMOTE CONTROL | Apple AirPods (1st generation) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX |
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Controls | Volume, answer/end, next/previous track | Volume, answer/end, play/pause, ANC/transparency |
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CABLE | Apple AirPods (1st generation) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX |
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Cable Type | Lightning cable - detachable | USB-C to USB-A cable - 50 cm |
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FEATURES | Apple AirPods (1st generation) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX |
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Sensors | Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer | - | |
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Additional Functions | - | Transparency mode |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Apple AirPods (1st generation) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging | |
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Battery Capacity | - | 70 mAh | |
Battery Life | - | 8 hours | |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 28 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 6 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 8 hours |
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Wireless Charging Standards | - | Qi | |
Charging Time | - | 1.5 hours | |
Auto On/Off | Yes | - |
OTHERS | Apple AirPods (1st generation) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX |
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Included Accessories | Charging case | 4 pairs of silicone ear tips, charging case (380 mAh), Comply ear tips, USB-C to USB-A cable (0.5 m) | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, Android tablet | |
Compliant Standards | - | IP57 | |
Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 3 years |