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Updated January 10, 2024·
If sound quality is your top priority, the Moondrop Chu offers higher audio performance, perfect for music lovers. For active noise canceling during travel or noisy environments, the Beoplay EQ is equipped with this feature, while the Chu is not. Additionally, if you often take calls or attend meetings, the Chu has a better mic for clearer communication. The Beoplay EQ, however, provides the convenience of wireless connectivity and a more robust build, suitable for on-the-go use, while the Chu is wired and lacks app-based customization. Opt for the Beoplay EQ if you value the combination of ANC, wireless feature, and build, but prefer the Chu for superior sound quality and mic during calls at a more budget-friendly price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
- Very good for air travel
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Moondrop Chu
- Good for music
- Very good for phone calls
Key differences
Music
6.8
7.9
The Moondrop Chu is good for music, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is only fair.
Phone Calls
7.2
8.8
The Moondrop Chu is very good for phone calls, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.8
7.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Moondrop Chu is good.
Noise Reduction
7.0
6.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for noise reduction, while the Moondrop Chu is only fair.
Battery
6.5 Hours
N/A
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Moondrop Chu does not have a battery.
Cost
$176
$21
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The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has a price of $176 and the Moondrop Chu costs $21.
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Key similarities
Gaming
8.4
8.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Moondrop Chu are both very good for gaming.
TV and Video
7.8
7.5
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Moondrop Chu are both good for TV and video.
Build Quality
8.9
8.5
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Moondrop Chu both have very good build quality.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and the Moondrop Chu compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ | Moondrop Chu |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$176 | $21 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Moondrop | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | April 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.9/10 | 8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.2/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 8.1/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.4/10 | 4.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | N/A | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 20 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8 Grams | 8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | In-Line | |
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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."
Moondrop Chu
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | September 2022
"These budget buds put the pressure on those premium priced in-ear monitors to really justify the cost disparity. Offering excellent sound quality at any price, the Moondrop Chu is both a perfect entry into the audio enthusiast hobby, and an all around good pick for music fans."
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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 Moondrop
Moondrop is a Chinese brand of smart audio equipment, portable audio players, earbuds and headphones started in 2015. During the last few years they have become one of the major players in what is lovingly referred to as the Chi-fi market, the bulk of Chinese companies that have managed to actually compete with the western manufacturers in both prices and superior quality. Products such as the Blessing II, Chu and Kato are among the most popular offerings of the brand, more popular among those users that wish for good quality audio that won't break the bank. Besides audio, the brand also works in what they call the ACGN field (Animation, Comics, Games and Short Novels).
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