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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality for music in a quiet environment, the Audeze LCD 2 Classic provides an excellent immersive experience but requires an amplifier and is open-back, making them less ideal for noisy settings or commuting. The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX, while typically less expensive, offers good sound, is more portable, and has additional features like active noise cancelling, sweat and dustproof certification, and a longer battery life, making them suitable for a variety of environments and activities including exercise. If calls and wireless features are important, Beoplay EX is the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Audeze LCD 2 Classic
- Excellent for music
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX
- Excellent for gaming
- Very good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
9.2
7.9
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is excellent for music, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is good.
Gaming
7.3
9.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is excellent for gaming, while the Audeze LCD 2 Classic is good.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.7
6.1
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is only fair.
Noise Reduction
2.5
8.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is very good for noise reduction, while the Audeze LCD 2 Classic is poor.
Battery
N/A
6.5 Hours
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic does not have a battery. The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has 6.5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$799
$399
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic has a price of $799 and the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX costs $399.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
4.8
5.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and Audeze LCD 2 Classic are both poor for phone calls.
TV and Video
8.6
8.9
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and Audeze LCD 2 Classic are both very good for TV and video.
Build Quality
10.0
10.0
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic and Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX both have best in class build quality.
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How the Audeze LCD 2 Classic and the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Audeze LCD 2 Classic | Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$799 | $399 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Audeze | Bang and Olufsen | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2017 | May 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 9.3/10 | 8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.3/10 | 9.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.6/10 | 9/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 9/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 6.5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 22 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 10/10 | 10/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 635 Grams | 6 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Audeze LCD 2 Classic
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The Greatest Song
Greatest Song Team | August 2023
"These headphones outdo rival planar magnetic headphones, especially in terms of dynamics. Compared to the Hifiman Ananda or the Hifiman Edition XS there is noticeably more slam in the sound, particularly in the bass. The LCD-2C gives you a fantastic sense of quiet dynamics with crystalline precision. This is evident also in our clinical tests, where it’s just easier to understand spoken text at very low volumes."
Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX
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Leaf and Core
Danielle | January 2023
"If you’ve wanted truly wireless headphones, but couldn’t pick them up because they sound terrible, these will be the headphones that win you over. If you’re the kind of person who would consider spending $400 on headphones, these are the right truly wireless headphones for you."
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About Audeze
Audeze is an, award-winning, American premium headphone manufacturer based in California. Founded in 2008, their products are developed around aerospace materials technology first used by NASA and are widely used by enthusiasts and professionals alike, not only in the fields of music and sound engineering but also in e-sports and the health industry.
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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