Sennheiser HD 2.30i vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 2.30i and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i. 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

Sennheiser HD 2.30i vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 2.30i Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series HD 2 -
Height - 18.6 cm
Width - 18 cm
Depth - 5.1 cm
Weight 262 g 215 g Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i are lighter than Sennheiser HD 2.30i headphones.
Colour Black | White Natural | Black
Body Material - Aluminium, fabric, rubber, polymer
Earpad Material Leatherette Leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 2.30i Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Headphones Form Factor On-ear On-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable Yes - Sennheiser HD 2.30i can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
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 18 - 22000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Sennheiser HD 2.30i offer a larger frequency range than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.5% -
Sensitivity 115 dB/Vrms -
Impedance 22 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure 115 dB -
Diaphragm - 40 mm
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Sennheiser HD 2.30i Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Operation Mode Mono, omni-directional -
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser HD 2.30i Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause Volume, power on/off, play/pause, pair mode, noise-cancellation suspend button, audio transparency
CABLE Sennheiser HD 2.30i Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Cable Type Headphones cable - 1.4 m Headphones cable - 1.2 m
USB to USB-C cable - 1.25 m
Cable Length 1.4 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES Sennheiser HD 2.30i Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Sensors - Proximity sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser HD 2.30i Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
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
Charging Time - 3.5 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser HD 2.30i Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 2.30i Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H8i
Included Accessories - Carrying pouch, airplane adapter
Compatibility iPhone -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years
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