Side by side comparison and review of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i and Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | 18.6 cm | - | |
Width | 18 cm | - | |
Depth | 5.1 cm | - | |
Weight | 215 g | 310 g | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i are lighter than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i headphones. |
Colour | Natural | Black | - | |
Body Material | Aluminium, fabric, rubber, polymer | - | |
Earpad Material | Leather | - | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 10 m |
SOUND QUALITY | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT |
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Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i. |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | AAC | SBC, AAC, aptX | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 22000 Hz | 15 - 28000 Hz | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT offer a larger frequency range than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i. |
Sensitivity | - | 99 dB/mW | |
Impedance | - | 38 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 45 mm | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a thicker diaphragm than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i. |
MICROPHONE | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in |
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REMOTE CONTROL | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, play/pause, pair mode, noise-cancellation suspend button, audio transparency | Volume |
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CABLE | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable - 1.2 m USB to USB-C cable - 1.25 m |
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm |
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Plated Connector | - | Gold |
FEATURES | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT |
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Sensors | Proximity sensor | - |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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Battery Capacity | 1110 mAh | - | |
Battery Life | 45 hour(s) | 40 hour(s) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT. |
Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 45 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 42 hours |
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Charging Time | 3.5 hour(s) | 7 hour(s) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i recharge faster than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i. |
CONNECTIONS | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT |
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Included Accessories | Carrying pouch, airplane adapter | Protective pouch | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year |