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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality and a more expansive soundstage, the Bowers & Wilkins Pi5 S2 may be better for you as they have higher sound quality and soundstage scores. However, if active noise cancelling is important to you, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ offer this feature, while the Pi5 S2 do not. The Beoplay EQ also support the aptX Adaptive codec which can enhance wireless audio quality and offer slightly better battery life. Regarding calls and meetings, the Beoplay EQ have a higher score, which suggests better microphone quality. Both are similarly comfortable and portable, but if you exercise frequently or need sweat and dust resistance, both options cater to that. Neither model is particularly geared towards gaming or watching TV due to potential latency issues. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2
- The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 has no clear advantages over the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ.
Key differences
Gaming
8.4
5.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for gaming, while the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is poor.
Phone Calls
7.2
5.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for phone calls, while the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.8
5.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is poor.
TV and Video
7.8
5.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for TV and video, while the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is poor.
Noise Reduction
7.0
8.3
The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 is very good for noise reduction, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good.
Battery
6.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 has 5 hours of battery life.
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Key similarities
Music
6.8
6.7
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 are both only fair for music.
Cost
$176
$181
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The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has a price of $176 and the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 costs $181.
Build Quality
8.9
8.9
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 both have very good build quality.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and the Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ | Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$176 | $181 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Bowers and Wilkins | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | January 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.9/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.2/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 5.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 0.75 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 20 | 19 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.9/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8 Grams | 6 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
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PC Mag
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."
Bowers and Wilkins Pi5 S2
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Major HiFi
Chris Golembeski | January 2023
"Bowers and Wilkins isn’t looking to make an obscure, premium wireless bud catered specifically towards audiophiles. Instead, it seems apparent that they’re going for the crown: a cool and popular look, an easy and comfortable fit, and an engaging stage with a great balance that is perfectly suited for mainstream listeners and audiophiles alike."
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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.
About Bowers and Wilkins
Bowers and Wilkins is a British audio equipment manufacturer with a focus on innovation and product development. It was founded by a couple of real-life James Bonds, the co-founders John Bowers and Roy Wilkins, who met while working for MI6 during World War II. The company keeps being favored by enthusiasts due to their sound quality, craftsmanship and signature aesthetics.
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