Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i vs. Hama Essential Line "Basic4TV"

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i and Hama Essential Line "Basic4TV". 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 H8i vs. Hama Essential Line "Basic4TV" Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i Hama Essential Line "Basic4TV"
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 18.6 cm -
Width 18 cm -
Depth 5.1 cm -
Weight 215 g -
Colour Natural | Black Black
Body Material Aluminium, fabric, rubber, polymer Plastic
Earpad Material Leather -
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i Hama Essential Line "Basic4TV"
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 -
Bluetooth Audio Codec AAC -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i offer a larger frequency range than Hama Essential Line "Basic4TV".
Sensitivity - 113 dB/mW
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i Hama Essential Line "Basic4TV"
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - On-cable
REMOTE CONTROL Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i Hama Essential Line "Basic4TV"
Controls Volume, power on/off, play/pause, pair mode, noise-cancellation suspend button, audio transparency -
CABLE Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i Hama Essential Line "Basic4TV"
Cable Type Headphones cable - 1.2 m
USB to USB-C cable - 1.25 m
Headphones cable - 6 m
Mini-phone 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm phone adapter
Cable Length - 6 m
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i Hama Essential Line "Basic4TV"
Sensors Proximity sensor -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i Hama Essential Line "Basic4TV"
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity 1110 mAh -
Battery Life 45 hour(s) -
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) -
CONNECTIONS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i Hama Essential Line "Basic4TV"
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone 3.5mm)
OTHERS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i Hama Essential Line "Basic4TV"
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter -
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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