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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize superior noise isolation for air travel and a more immersive sound for music, the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ earbuds are ideal, but they come at a higher price. In contrast, the Soundcore Space Q45 headphones offer longer battery life and better comfort for extended use, along with built-in wired connectivity, although they may not isolate noise as effectively. The Beoplay EQ offers AptX Adaptive codec for better sound quality, while the Space Q45 provides LDAC support, which could affect audio quality depending on your device. Soundcore has an advantage with more robust control customization via their app. 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 Soundcore Space Q45
- Good for music
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Gaming
8.4
5.4
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for gaming, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
Phone Calls
7.2
4.9
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for phone calls, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.8
5.9
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
TV and Video
7.8
5.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for TV and video, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
Noise Reduction
7.0
8.7
The Soundcore Space Q45 is very good for noise reduction, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good.
Battery
6.5 Hours
41.0 Hours
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Soundcore Space Q45 has 41 hours of battery life.
Cost
$176
$130
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$100
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$200
$250
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has a price of $176 and the Soundcore Space Q45 costs $130.
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Key similarities
Music
6.8
7.1
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Soundcore Space Q45 to be good for music, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is only fair.
Build Quality
8.9
8.5
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Soundcore Space Q45 both have very good build quality.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and the Soundcore Space Q45 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ | Soundcore Space Q45 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$176 | $130 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.9/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.2/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 5.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.4/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | 41 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 1.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 20 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8 Grams | 294.8 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."
Soundcore Space Q45
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Riley Ballantyne | June 2023
"The Anker Soundcore Space Q45 is a great pair of active noise canceling (ANC) headphones, and the $150 USD price tag only sweetens the deal. Unlike many mid-tier wireless headphones, the Q45 microphone system rejects quite a bit of background noise, making this a great work headset too."
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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 Soundcore
Soundcore is a sub-brand belonging to Anker Innovations. Starting in 2014, initially marketing wireless, Bluetooth, speakers, Anker now offers an array of, budget-friendly, wireless earbuds and headphones that directly compete, especially in the Active Noise Canceling field, with other brands several times as expensive.
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