Sony WF-1000X vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WF-1000X and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ. 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

Sony WF-1000X vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-1000X Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 4.26 cm 2.2 cm
Width 10.3 cm 2.4 cm
Depth 2.45 cm 2.7 cm
Weight 6.8 g 8 g Sony WF-1000X are lighter than Sony WF-1000X headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 10.3 cm x 4.26 cm x 2.45 cm / 70 g
Headphones: 6.8 g
Charging case: 7.7 cm x 2.6 cm x 4 cm / 50 g
Earbud: 2.4 cm x 2.7 cm x 2.2 cm / 8 g
Colour Gold | Black Black
Body Material - Aluminium, silicone, polymer
Protection - Splashproof, dust-resistant, sweat-resistant, IP54
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WF-1000X Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WF-1000X.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC SBC, AAC, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Adaptive Noise Cancelling
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Sensitivity - 107 dB
Impedance - 17 Ohm
Diaphragm 6 mm 6.88 mm Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-1000X.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony WF-1000X Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional Omni-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
Microphones Included - 6
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WF-1000X Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ
Controls Noise-cancellation suspend button -
CABLE Sony WF-1000X Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ
Cable Type USB cable USB-C to USB-A cable - 50 cm
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-1000X Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Capacity - 85 mAh
Battery Life 3 hour(s) 7.5 hour(s) Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WF-1000X.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 3 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 3 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 8 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 35 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 20 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 6.5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 7.5 hours
Standby Time 35 hours -
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) 1.5 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
WIRELESS LINK Sony WF-1000X Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
OTHERS Sony WF-1000X Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ
Included Accessories Charging case, 4 pairs of long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L), 2 pairs of Fitting Supporters, 3 pairs of Triple-Comfort Earbuds 4 pairs of silicone ear tips (extra small, small, medium, large), Comply ear tips, charging case (340 mAh)
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
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