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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize comfort and a seamless user experience with Apple devices, the AirPods Pro are an excellent choice; they also offer slightly better noise isolation which is ideal for air travel. However, if you're interested in using earbuds for gaming or watching videos, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ have a lower latency, which means better synchronization between audio and video. Both options offer good sound quality for listening to music and making calls, but keep in mind that the Beoplay EQ have a more robust build quality. The AirPods Pro are more compact and lightweight, which might make them preferable for portability and exercise. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple Airpods Pro
- Excellent for air travel
Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
Key differences
Gaming
5.1
8.4
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for gaming, while the Apple Airpods Pro is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.3
8.8
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Apple Airpods Pro are both very good for podcasts and audiobooks, though the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is somewhat better.
TV and Video
5.7
7.8
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for TV and video, while the Apple Airpods Pro is poor.
Noise Reduction
9.1
7.0
The Apple Airpods Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good.
Battery
5.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The Apple Airpods Pro has 5 hours of battery life. The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has 6.5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$260
$176
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The Apple Airpods Pro has a price of $260 and the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ costs $176.
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Key similarities
Music
6.8
6.8
The Apple Airpods Pro and Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ are both only fair for music.
Phone Calls
7.4
7.2
The Apple Airpods Pro and Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ are both good for phone calls.
Build Quality
9.0
8.9
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Apple Airpods Pro to have excellent build quality, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has very good build quality.
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How the Apple Airpods Pro and the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Apple Airpods Pro | Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$260 | $176 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Apple | Bang and Olufsen | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2019 | August 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.9/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.2/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.1/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 5 Hours | 6.5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | 20 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.4 Grams | 8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Apple Airpods Pro
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Sound Guys
Adam Molina | January 2023
"For just $50 USD more than the original model with the wireless charging case, this is definitely the pair of buds to get. The AirPods Pro (1st generation) sounds better than the originals and has a way better fit and active noise canceling to boot. If you have an iOS device, just get this."
Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
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Tim Gideon | March 2022
"Bang & Olufsen’s audio products prioritize style and function just as much as sound quality. The company’s latest Beoplay EQ noise-cancelling true wireless earphones combine strong, accurate-leaning audio with solid noise cancellation in an exceedingly classy design."
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About Apple
Apple Inc. is an American technology company, founded in 1976, known for its wide range of premium products, including smartphones, computers, and audio solutions. Apple offers the very popular personal audio line AirPods, highly regarded for their wireless, smart capabilities and their seamless integration with the iPhone, iPad and Mac devices. They provide a high-quality sound, comfort and lifestyle features perfect for all users invested in their ecosystem.
About Bang and Olufsen
Bang and Olufsen is an almost century-old electronic goods manufacturer based in Denmark with a very special focus on design. Peter Bang and Svend Olufsen created the first AC radio in 1925 and went on to develop televisions, telephones and, of course, headphones and loudspeakers. Today, they are partnered with several companies, like Audi, BMW and Aston Martin, to provide very high-quality audio solutions.
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