Detailed comparison and review of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i and Microsoft Surface Headphones 2. 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | |
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| Height | 18.6 cm | 20.4 cm | |
| Width | 18 cm | 19.5 cm | |
| Depth | 5.1 cm | 4.8 cm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 290.3 g | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i are lighter than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i headphones. |
| Colour | Natural | Black | Light grey | Matte black | |
| Body Material | Aluminium, fabric, rubber, polymer | - | |
| Earpad Material | Leather | - |
| SOUND QUALITY | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | Dynamic | - | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.2 | - | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | AAC | - | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones 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 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2. |
| Max Sound Pressure | - | 115 dB | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
| MICROPHONE | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in |
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| REMOTE CONTROL | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 |
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| Controls | Volume, power on/off, play/pause, pair mode, noise-cancellation suspend button, audio transparency | Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button |
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| CABLE | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 |
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| Cable Type | Headphones cable - 1.2 m USB to USB-C cable - 1.25 m |
Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
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| Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
| FEATURES | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
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| Intelligent Assistant | - | Cortana | |
| Sensors | Proximity sensor | - |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Capacity | 1110 mAh | - | |
| Battery Life | 45 hour(s) | 20 hour(s) | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Headphones 2. |
| 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 |
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours | |
| Charging Time | 3.5 hour(s) | 2 hour(s) | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 recharge faster than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i. |
| CONNECTIONS | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 |
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| Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C) |
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| OTHERS | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 |
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| Included Accessories | Carrying pouch, airplane adapter | Carrying case | |
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| Compatibility | - | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years | Limited warranty - 1 year |
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