Sony WF-1000XM3 vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WF-1000XM3 and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation. 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-1000XM3 vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-1000XM3 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 2.6 cm
Width - 2.5 cm
Depth - 1.9 cm
Weight 17 g 5.8 g Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation are lighter than Sony WF-1000XM3 headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Earbud: 8.5 g
Charging case: 77 g
Charging case: 4.6 cm x 7.05 cm x 3.4 cm / 54.4 g
Earbud: 2.5 cm x 1.9 cm x 2.6 cm / 5.8 g
Colour Black | Silver Green | Gold tone | Black | Pink | Grey mist
Body Material - Aluminium, silicone, polymer
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WF-1000XM3 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.1 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WF-1000XM3.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC SBC, AAC, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony WF-1000XM3 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating - Yes Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX) Signature Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Sensitivity - 107 dB
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 6 mm 5.7 mm Sony WF-1000XM3 have a thicker diaphragm than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony WF-1000XM3 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WF-1000XM3 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation
Controls Noise-cancellation suspend button -
CABLE Sony WF-1000XM3 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm USB charge cable - 1.25 m
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-1000XM3 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Capacity - 60 mAh
Battery Life 8 hour(s) 7 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM3 lasts longer on a single charge than the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 8 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 6 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 4.5 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 4 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 15 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 9 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 35 hours
Standby Time 15 hours -
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM3 recharge faster than Sony WF-1000XM3.
Included Qty - 2
CONNECTIONS Sony WF-1000XM3 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
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OTHERS Sony WF-1000XM3 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 3rd Generation
Included Accessories Charging case Pair of Comply foam ear tips, 4 pairs of silicone ear tips (extra small, small, medium, large), charging case (800 mAh)
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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