In depth comparison and review of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC and Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2. 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 M50xBT2 |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Series | - | M-Series | |
| Height | 19 cm | - | |
| Width | 18 cm | - | |
| Depth | 4 cm | - | |
| Weight | 255 g | 307 g | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC are lighter than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC headphones. |
| Colour | Black | Natural | Black | |
| 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 M50xBT2 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
| Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
| Foldable | - | Yes | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 can be folded. |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 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) | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, AAC, LDAC | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 15 - 28000 Hz | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 offer a larger frequency range than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC. |
| Sensitivity | - | 99 dB/mW | |
| Impedance | - | 38 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 45 mm | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 have a thicker diaphragm than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC. |
| Features | - | MultiPoint Technology, Low Latency Mode, Google Fast Pair |
| MICROPHONE | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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| Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | - | Omni-directional, beamforming | |
| Frequency Response | - | 85 - 15000 Hz | |
| Sensitivity | - | -38 dBV/Pascal | |
| Microphones Included | - | 2 |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Controls | Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track | Mute, volume, power on/off, status indicator, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant |
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| CABLE | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Cable Type | Audio cable Micro-USB charge cable |
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable - 30 cm |
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| Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
| Detachable Cable | - | Yes | |
| Plated Connector | - | Gold |
| FEATURES | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Features | - | Fast charge | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
| Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa built-in | |
| Additional Functions | - | Amplifier |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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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) | 50 hour(s) | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC. |
| Charging Time | 3 hour(s) | 3.5 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 M50xBT2 |
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| Transmission Range | 10 m | - | |
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| Radio Transmitter Power | - | 5.1 mW |
| CONNECTIONS | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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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) |
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| OTHERS | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Included Accessories | Carrying pouch, airplane adapter | Protective pouch, USB-C charging cable | |
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| Compatibility | - | iPhone, Android phone, Android tablet | |
| Compliant Standards | - | RSS-102, FCC Part 15, CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB3(B) | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 3 years | - |
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