Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC vs. Sony MDR 1AM2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC and Sony MDR 1AM2. 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 H8 ANC vs. Sony MDR 1AM2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC Sony MDR 1AM2
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 19 cm -
Width 18 cm -
Depth 4 cm -
Weight 255 g 187 g Sony MDR 1AM2 are lighter than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC headphones.
Colour Black | Natural Black
Body Material Plastic, fabric, anodised aluminium, cow leather -
Earpad Material - Synthetic leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC Sony MDR 1AM2
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.0 -
Bluetooth Profiles 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
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 3 - 100000 Hz Sony MDR 1AM2 offer a larger frequency range than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC.
Sensitivity - 98 dB/mW
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC Sony MDR 1AM2
Type - On-cable
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
REMOTE CONTROL Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC Sony MDR 1AM2
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track -
CABLE Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC Sony MDR 1AM2
Cable Type Audio cable
Micro-USB charge cable
Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1.2 m
Cellular phone cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC Sony MDR 1AM2
Battery Type 1 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity 800 mAh -
Battery Life 35 hour(s) -
Charging Time 3 hour(s) -
Included Qty 1 -
WIRELESS LINK Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC Sony MDR 1AM2
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC Sony MDR 1AM2
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)
OTHERS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC Sony MDR 1AM2
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter Carrying pouch
Service & Support Limited warranty - 3 years -
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