Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC vs. Sony MDR XB550AP

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC and Sony MDR XB550AP. 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 XB550AP Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC Sony MDR XB550AP
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 19 cm -
Width 18 cm -
Depth 4 cm -
Weight 255 g 180 g Sony MDR XB550AP are lighter than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC headphones.
Colour Black | Natural Black | Red | White | Green | Blue
Body Material Plastic, fabric, anodised aluminium, cow leather -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC Sony MDR XB550AP
Headphones Form Factor On-ear On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband - Yes
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 -
Sound Effects - Extra Bass
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 5 - 22000 Hz Sony MDR XB550AP offer a larger frequency range than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC.
Sensitivity - 102 dB/mW
Impedance - 24 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm PET - 30 mm Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR XB550AP.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC Sony MDR XB550AP
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
REMOTE CONTROL Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC Sony MDR XB550AP
Controls Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Answer/end
CABLE Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC Sony MDR XB550AP
Cable Type Audio cable
Micro-USB charge cable
Headphones cable - Y-type - L shaped
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC Sony MDR XB550AP
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 XB550AP
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8 ANC Sony MDR XB550AP
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 XB550AP
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 3 years -
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