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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Audio Technica ATH M30X are over-ear, wired headphones with a closed-back design, known for a good overall sound quality and a solid build at a lower midrange price point. They do not have a microphone or active noise cancelling but are better suited for wired gaming and watching TV due to lower latency, and their foldable design makes them moderately portable. On the other hand, the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ are significantly pricier, wireless earbuds with active noise cancelling and a built-in microphone, making them more suitable for calls, meetings, and travel. They support advanced codecs like AptX Adaptive for better sound quality over Bluetooth and feature an app with custom audio controls. However, their immersive experience for gaming might be limited due to higher latency compared to wired options. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Audio Technica ATH M30X
- Good for music
Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for air travel
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.6
6.8
The Audio Technica ATH M30X is good for music, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is only fair.
Gaming
6.6
8.4
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for gaming, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X is only fair.
Phone Calls
4.3
7.2
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for phone calls, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.9
8.8
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X is only fair.
Noise Reduction
6.0
7.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for noise reduction, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X is only fair.
Battery
N/A
6.5 Hours
The Audio Technica ATH M30X does not have a battery. The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has 6.5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$89
$176
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
The Audio Technica ATH M30X has a price of $89 and the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ costs $176.
Build Quality
7.2
8.9
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has very good build quality, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X has good build quality.
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Key similarities
TV and Video
7.9
7.8
The Audio Technica ATH M30X and Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ are both good for TV and video.
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How the Audio Technica ATH M30X and the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Audio Technica ATH M30X | Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$89 | $176 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Audio Technica | Bang and Olufsen | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2014 | August 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.7/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.9/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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 | 20 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 7.2/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 220 Grams | 8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Soundguys
Jasper Lastoria | August 2023
"The Audio-Technica ATH-M30x is a great choice for anybody that needs a decent set of over-ear studio monitors. While the frequency response is not totally spot on, it works for basically every situation reasonably well. The sound quality and reasonably good comfort promote its candidacy as a great pick for $69 USD."
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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 Audio Technica
Audio Technica is a 60-year-old, Japan-based, professional audio equipment manufacturer. They started off making phonograph cartridges and have expanded their scope of products ever since to include extremely popular models of microphones and headphones. They have been the official audio equipment supplier of several editions of the Summer and Winter Olympics and every edition of the Grammy Awards since 1998.
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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