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Updated January 10, 2024·
If noise cancellation and wireless convenience are priorities, the Beoplay H95's would be suitable as they offer excellent noise isolation and wireless capabilities. Their build and comfort are high, suitable for extended use like air travel, and they even come with app support to fine-tune your listening experience. Meanwhile, the Focal Elex is an open-back wired model that typically shines with a broader soundstage, providing a sense of depth and space in the audio which aficionados prefer for critical listening. However, the lack of a microphone could limit their use for calls. The Focal Elex can't be used wirelessly and don't provide noise canceling, which could be drawbacks for commuting or use in noisy environments. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95
- Very good for phone calls
- Excellent for gaming
- Excellent for TV and video
- Best in class for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Focal Elex
- The Focal Elex has no clear advantages over the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95.
Key differences
Gaming
9.1
6.9
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for gaming, while the Focal Elex is only fair.
Phone Calls
8.0
4.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is very good for phone calls, while the Focal Elex is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.4
7.1
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Focal Elex is good.
TV and Video
9.1
8.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for TV and video, while the Focal Elex is very good.
Noise Reduction
9.1
2.5
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for noise reduction, while the Focal Elex is poor.
Battery
35.0 Hours
N/A
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 has 35 hours of battery life. The Focal Elex does not have a battery.
Cost
$999
$749
$350
$360
$370
$380
$390
$400
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 has a price of $999 and the Focal Elex costs $749.
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Key similarities
Music
7.6
7.7
The Focal Elex and Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 are both good for music.
Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 and Focal Elex both have excellent build quality.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 and the Focal Elex compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 | Focal Elex |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$999 | $749 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Focal | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2020 | December 1, 2017 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8/10 | 4.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.1/10 | 6.9/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9.1/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.5/10 | 4.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 35 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.1 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.8/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 8/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 323 Grams | 450 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | N/A | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95
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Will Jennings | March 2023
"The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H95 offers a near bespoke level of build quality and design with impeccable materials, intuitive controls, and great sound. From an industrial design perspective, they are one of the best wireless headphones we have tested so far."
Focal Elex
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Golden Sound | October 2021
"The Focal Elex are an excellent pair of headphones for the money and a great all-rounder that will suit many tastes. They’re an easy recommendation for anyone looking for something comfortable, well built, that looks good, and will work with just about any genre."
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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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