Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ vs. Sony WF-1000XM5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Sony WF-1000XM5. 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

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ vs. Sony WF-1000XM5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ Sony WF-1000XM5
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 2.2 cm -
Width 2.4 cm -
Depth 2.7 cm -
Weight 8 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 7.7 cm x 2.6 cm x 4 cm / 50 g
Earbud: 2.4 cm x 2.7 cm x 2.2 cm / 8 g
Charging case: 6.46 cm x 2.65 cm x 4 cm / 39 g
Earphone: 5.9 g
Colour Black Black | Silver
Body Material Aluminium, silicone, polymer -
Protection Splashproof, dust-resistant, sweat-resistant, IP54 Water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ Sony WF-1000XM5
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Bone Conduction Technology - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.3 Sony WF-1000XM5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ.
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Telephony and Media Audio Profile (TMAP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Adaptive Noise Cancelling Multi Noise Sensor technology
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Sony WF-1000XM5 offer a larger frequency range than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ.
Sensitivity 107 dB -
Impedance 17 Ohm -
Diaphragm 6.88 mm 8.4 mm Sony WF-1000XM5 have a thicker diaphragm than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ.
Features - Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function
MICROPHONE Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ Sony WF-1000XM5
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Microphones Included 6 -
CABLE Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ Sony WF-1000XM5
Cable Type USB-C to USB-A cable - 50 cm USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ Sony WF-1000XM5
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Voice Control - Indirect
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - Head tracking sensor, bone sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ Sony WF-1000XM5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Capacity 85 mAh -
Battery Life 7.5 hour(s) 12 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM5 lasts longer on a single charge than the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 20 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 6.5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 7.5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 12 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 8 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 7 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 6 hours
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ Sony WF-1000XM5
Connector Type - Bluetooth
OTHERS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ Sony WF-1000XM5
Included Accessories 4 pairs of silicone ear tips (extra small, small, medium, large), Comply ear tips, charging case (340 mAh) Charging case, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips
Compliant Standards - IPX4
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