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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're seeking premium sound quality and features like noise cancellation and aptX Adaptive support for high-quality streaming, the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ are a superior choice; however, they come with a higher price tag. On the other hand, the Skullcandy Dime earbuds offer decent sound performance at a budget-friendly price, but they lack the advanced features and overall sound sophistication of the Beoplay EQ. Consider the Beoplay EQ for a high-end audio experience, especially if you value features for optimal music and call quality, and choose the Skullcandy Dime for a more affordable option without those extra functionalities. 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 Skullcandy Dime
- The Skullcandy Dime has no clear advantages over the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ.
Key differences
Music
6.8
5.7
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is only fair for music, while the Skullcandy Dime is poor.
Gaming
8.4
4.8
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for gaming, while the Skullcandy Dime is poor.
Phone Calls
7.2
6.2
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for phone calls, while the Skullcandy Dime is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.8
7.1
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Skullcandy Dime is good.
TV and Video
7.8
5.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for TV and video, while the Skullcandy Dime is poor.
Battery
6.5 Hours
3.5 Hours
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Skullcandy Dime has 3.5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$176
$27
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The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has a price of $176 and the Skullcandy Dime costs $27.
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Key similarities
Noise Reduction
7.0
6.5
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ to be good for noise reduction, while the Skullcandy Dime is only fair.
Build Quality
8.9
8.5
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Skullcandy Dime both have very good build quality.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and the Skullcandy Dime compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ | Skullcandy Dime |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$176 | $27 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Skullcandy | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | March 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.9/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.2/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 4.8/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.4/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 20 | 12 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8 Grams | 4.5 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."
Skullcandy Dime
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Tim Gideon | April 2021
"For $25, the Skullcandy Dime True Wireless Earbuds deliver a powerful, balanced, rich, and bright sound signature. There’s really not much else to talk about, but the audio is better than you would expect for the price."
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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 Skullcandy
Skullcandy is an American, consumer-oriented, earbuds and headphones manufacturer with 20 years of market experience. They sell a wide variety of, budget-friendly and unique, wired and wireless products that are sure to please the vast majority of users. Among their most popular offerings, the Crusher headphones, includes a pair of actual subwoofers inside the cups which makes the bass extra prominent for a unique and extra fun sound.
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