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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for premium sound quality and active noise cancellation, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ will provide you with superior audio and comfort, ideal for travel and focused listening environments; however, they are significantly more expensive. The Turtle Beach Recon 70, on the other hand, is tailored for gamers seeking affordability, with a built-in microphone for in-game communication, but it lacks the sound fidelity and noise-cancelling features of the Beoplay EQ. Consider the Beoplay EQ if you prioritize sound quality and noise isolation for music, whereas the Recon 70 is better for budget-conscious gamers who need a microphone for multiplayer interactions. 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 Turtle Beach Recon 70
- Good for music
- Best in class for phone calls
Key differences
Phone Calls
7.2
9.6
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is best in class 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 Turtle Beach Recon 70 is good.
Noise Reduction
7.0
5.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for noise reduction, while the Turtle Beach Recon 70 is poor.
Battery
6.5 Hours
N/A
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Turtle Beach Recon 70 does not have a battery.
Cost
$176
$48
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The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has a price of $176 and the Turtle Beach Recon 70 costs $48.
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Key similarities
Music
6.8
7.1
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Turtle Beach Recon 70 to be good for music, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is only fair.
Gaming
8.4
8.4
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Turtle Beach Recon 70 are both very good for gaming.
TV and Video
7.8
7.5
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Turtle Beach Recon 70 are both good for TV and video.
Build Quality
8.9
8.5
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Turtle Beach Recon 70 both have very good build quality.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and the Turtle Beach Recon 70 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ | Turtle Beach Recon 70 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$176 | $48 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Turtle Beach | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | May 1, 2019 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.9/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.2/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.4/10 | 4.3/10 | |
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 | 5.7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 10/10 | |
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 | 309 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Boom | |
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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."
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Sam Moore | September 2022
"There aren’t many considerations to make here. The Turtle Beach Recon 70 sounds decent, offers solid chat audio, feels good to wear over long periods, and it works everywhere. If you’re in the market for a simple plug-and-play option, you could do a whole lot worse (and spend a whole lot more money). Regardless, if getting something cheap that works well is the only thing you care about, this is a great option."
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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.
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