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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize top-notch noise isolation and are willing to spend more, the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ might suit you with its active noise cancelling and slightly heavier build offering a luxurious feel. However, for a more budget-friendly option that does not compromise too much on sound quality and offers slightly better comfort and longer battery life, the Google Pixel Buds A Series could be a good choice, especially if you don't require active noise cancellation but still value good microphone quality for calls. Both are sweatproof and offer low latency, but the Beoplay EQ offers aptX Adaptive codec for potentially better sound quality while the Pixel Buds are optimized for both Android and Apple devices. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Google Pixel Buds A Series
- Very good for phone calls
- Good for exercise
Key differences
Phone Calls
7.2
8.5
The Google Pixel Buds A Series is very good for phone calls, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good.
Noise Reduction
7.0
4.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for noise reduction, while the Google Pixel Buds A Series is poor.
Battery
6.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Google Pixel Buds A Series has 5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$176
$58
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The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has a price of $176 and the Google Pixel Buds A Series costs $58.
Build Quality
8.9
7.4
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has very good build quality, while the Google Pixel Buds A Series has good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
6.8
6.4
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Google Pixel Buds A Series are both only fair for music.
Gaming
8.4
8.6
The Google Pixel Buds A Series and Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ are both very good for gaming.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.8
8.4
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Google Pixel Buds A Series are both very good for podcasts and audiobooks.
TV and Video
7.8
7.8
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Google Pixel Buds A Series are both good for TV and video.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and the Google Pixel Buds A Series compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ | Google Pixel Buds A Series |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$176 | $58 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | June 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.9/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.2/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 8.7/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 1.3 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 20 | 24 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 4.6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.9/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8 Grams | 5.1 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."
Google Pixel Buds A Series
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Jasper Lastoria | October 2022
"For the person who doesn’t want to think about their earphones while using them, Google has created the Pixel Buds A-Series. For a reasonable price, Google packs in a bevy of features like touch controls and a good fit into this Android-friendly set of earbuds to make productivity and life easier."
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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 Google
Mainly known as the most popular search engine on the planet, Google is a multinational technology company that also offers a variety of audio-oriented products. Beside their smart speakers under the Nest product line, Google offers several models of true wireless earbuds under the Pixel line, some of which happen to be an affordable but very powerful option for those already in the Android ecosystem.
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