In depth comparison and review of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC and Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | |
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Height | 19 cm | - | |
Width | 18 cm | - | |
Depth | 4 cm | - | |
Weight | 255 g | 242 g | Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT are lighter than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC headphones. |
Colour | Black | Natural | Bordeaux red | Black | Metallic silver | |
Body Material | Plastic, fabric, anodised aluminium, cow leather | - | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | 10 m | The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same. |
SOUND QUALITY | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT |
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Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
Foldable | - | Yes | Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.0 | Bluetooth 4.1 | Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | Super Bass Control (SBC) | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 5 - 40000 Hz | Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT offer a larger frequency range than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC. |
Sensitivity | - | 100 dB/mW | |
Impedance | - | 39 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 45 mm | Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT have a thicker diaphragm than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC. |
MICROPHONE | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT |
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Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | Electret condenser | |
Microphone Operation Mode | - | Omni-directional | |
Frequency Response | - | 50 - 4000 Hz | |
Audio Input Details | - | Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz | |
Sensitivity | - | -44 dB |
REMOTE CONTROL | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT |
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Controls | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track | - |
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CABLE | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT |
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Cable Type | Audio cable Micro-USB charge cable |
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB charge cable - 1 m |
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Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
Detachable Cable | - | Yes | |
Plated Connector | - | Gold |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT |
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Battery Type | 1 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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Battery Capacity | 800 mAh | - | |
Battery Life | 35 hour(s) | 30 hour(s) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT. |
Standby Time | - | 1000 hours | |
Charging Time | 3 hour(s) | 5 hour(s) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC recharge faster than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC. |
Included Qty | 1 | - |
WIRELESS LINK | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT |
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Transmission Range | 10 m | 10 m | The transmission range of both headphones is the same. |
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Modulation Type | - | FHSS | |
Radio Frequency Range | - | 2.402 - 2.480GHz |
CONNECTIONS | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B) |
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
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OTHERS | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT |
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Included Accessories | Carrying pouch, airplane adapter | - | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - 3 years | - |