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Updated April 10, 2024·
If price is a major factor, the Jabra Elite 4 would be the more cost-effective choice, offering very good sound quality, excellent build quality, and features such as sweatproof and dustproof certifications, which are great for active use and exercise. It also has a slightly better battery life and battery case life than the Beoplay EQ. On the other hand, the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ offers a premium build and sound quality, with features such as Active Noise Cancelling and AptX Adaptive codec for better sound in wireless mode. They are more suitable for air travel due to better noise isolation and portability. The Beoplay EQ may provide a more immersive experience for music listening but has a longer charging time. Neither set offers virtual surround, but the Jabra's very good microphone quality might make it a better choice for calls and meetings. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Jabra Elite 4
- Very good for phone calls
- Good for exercise
Key differences
Gaming
8.4
5.4
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for gaming, while the Jabra Elite 4 is poor.
Phone Calls
7.2
8.8
The Jabra Elite 4 is very good for phone calls, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good.
TV and Video
7.8
6.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for TV and video, while the Jabra Elite 4 is only fair.
Battery
6.5 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Jabra Elite 4 has 5.5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$176
$100
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has a price of $176 and the Jabra Elite 4 costs $100.
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Key similarities
Music
6.8
6.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Jabra Elite 4 are both only fair for music.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.8
8.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Jabra Elite 4 are both very good for podcasts and audiobooks.
Noise Reduction
7.0
7.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Jabra Elite 4 are both good for noise reduction.
Build Quality
8.9
9.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Jabra Elite 4 to have excellent build quality, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has very good build quality.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and the Jabra Elite 4 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ | Jabra Elite 4 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$176 | $100 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Jabra | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | April 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.9/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.2/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 5.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.4/10 | 7.7/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 20 | 21 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8 Grams | 4.6 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."
Jabra Elite 4
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Jasper Lastoria | September 2023
"The Jabra Elite 4 is a good midrange option with solid isolation and aptX codec for Android. It sounds consumer friendly from the box and the app has some EQ to adjust to taste. Some included luxuries include multipoint, sidetone, and Spotify Tap"
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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 Jabra
Jabra is a subsidiary of GN Store Nord, a 150-year-old Danish company that specializes in the manufacturing of hearing aids, headsets and earphones. Jabra has a focus on fit and comfort and quality control over everything else. According to Peter Karstromer, Jabras CEO, they “design and engineer technology that frees people to work, live and communicate how and where they want to, equipping them with the tools to live their life to a new rhythm”.
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