Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i vs. RIG 500HC PRO

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i and RIG 500HC PRO. 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. RIG 500HC PRO Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i RIG 500HC PRO
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 258 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 -
Recommended Use - Game console
SOUND QUALITY Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i RIG 500HC PRO
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
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.
Noise Isolating - Yes RIG 500HC PRO are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Built-in Decoders - Dolby Atmos
Frequency Response 20 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i offer a larger frequency range than RIG 500HC PRO.
Max Input Power - 40 mW
Sensitivity - 111 dB
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm RIG 500HC PRO have a thicker diaphragm than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i.
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i RIG 500HC PRO
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Mono, uni-directional
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -45 dBV/Pascal
Signal-To-Noise Ratio - 42 dB
Microphone Features - Mute function
REMOTE CONTROL Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i RIG 500HC PRO
Controls Volume, power on/off, play/pause, pair mode, noise-cancellation suspend button, audio transparency Volume
CABLE Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i RIG 500HC PRO
Cable Type Headphones cable - 1.2 m
USB to USB-C cable - 1.25 m
Headset cable - 1.3 m
Cable Length - 1.3 m
FEATURES Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i RIG 500HC PRO
Sensors Proximity sensor -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i RIG 500HC PRO
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 RIG 500HC PRO
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i RIG 500HC PRO
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter -
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
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