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Updated April 10, 2024·
If sound quality for music and low latency are your priorities, the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX would be the recommended choice; they offer excellent music reproduction and are suitable for TV and gaming due to aptX Adaptive support. However, if you are on a budget and need long-lasting battery life, the Marshall Major IV headphones provide 80 hours of use and are also great for calls. The Beoplay EX are earbuds that are better for exercise and have active noise cancelling for quieter environments, while the Major IV, being on-ear headphones, might have a less secure fit during intense activities but fold for easier transport. Remember that the Beoplay EX will incur a higher cost, so consider if the additional features justify the price for your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX
- Good for music
- Excellent for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Very good for exercise
Advantages of the Marshall Major IV
- The Marshall Major IV has no clear advantages over the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX.
Key differences
Music
7.9
6.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is good for music, while the Marshall Major IV is only fair.
Gaming
9.3
5.4
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is excellent for gaming, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
TV and Video
8.9
5.7
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is very good for TV and video, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
Noise Reduction
8.3
5.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is very good for noise reduction, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
Battery
6.5 Hours
80.0 Hours
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Marshall Major IV has 80 hours of battery life.
Cost
$399
$100
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has a price of $399 and the Marshall Major IV costs $100.
Build Quality
10.0
8.5
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has best in class build quality, while the Marshall Major IV has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
5.3
5.8
The Marshall Major IV and Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX are both poor for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.1
6.1
The Marshall Major IV and Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX are both only fair for podcasts and audiobooks.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and the Marshall Major IV compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX | Marshall Major IV |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$399 | $100 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Marshall | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.4/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.3/10 | 5.5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 9/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | 80 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 22 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 9/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 10/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 6 Grams | 165 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX
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Leaf and Core
Danielle | January 2023
"If you’ve wanted truly wireless headphones, but couldn’t pick them up because they sound terrible, these will be the headphones that win you over. If you’re the kind of person who would consider spending $400 on headphones, these are the right truly wireless headphones for you."
Marshall Major IV
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Jasper Lastoria | September 2023
"The Marshall Major IV shares quite a bit in common with its predecessor, but a key upgrade appears to be softer ear cushions. They make upgrading worth it. As a set of basic wired or wireless headphones the Major IV ticks most boxes by remaining easy to use, and fairly comfortable (at least, as on-ear headphones go)."
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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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