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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize overall sound quality and noise isolation for air travel or focused listening sessions, the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 headphones would be the better choice because they provide higher comfort and build quality. However, if you’re looking for something more portable with a stemless design that also is suitable for calls and meetings due to a higher mic quality, the Sony WF1000XM3 earbuds would be more appropriate. The Sony WF1000XM3 are also optimized for both Android and Apple devices and offer a longer battery life on a single charge, while costing significantly less than the Beoplay H95. Keep in mind that the Beoplay H95 headphones have a higher score in TV and video sessions and exercise use as compared to the Sony earbuds, which might matter if those are primary uses for you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95
- Excellent for gaming
- Excellent for TV and video
- Best in class for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Sony WF1000XM3
- The Sony WF1000XM3 has no clear advantages over the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95.
Key differences
Gaming
9.1
5.6
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for gaming, while the Sony WF1000XM3 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.4
8.7
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Sony WF1000XM3 is very good.
TV and Video
9.1
5.7
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for TV and video, while the Sony WF1000XM3 is poor.
Noise Reduction
9.1
8.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for noise reduction, while the Sony WF1000XM3 is very good.
Battery
35.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 has 35 hours of battery life. The Sony WF1000XM3 has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$999
$180
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 has a price of $999 and the Sony WF1000XM3 costs $180.
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Key similarities
Music
7.6
7.5
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 and Sony WF1000XM3 are both good for music.
Phone Calls
8.0
8.2
The Sony WF1000XM3 and Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 are both very good for phone calls.
Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 and Sony WF1000XM3 both have excellent build quality.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 and the Sony WF1000XM3 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 | Sony WF1000XM3 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$999 | $180 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2020 | August 1, 2019 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.1/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9.1/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 35 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.1 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 24 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 323 Grams | 9 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95
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Ecoustics
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."
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Lily Katz | November 2022
"Wireless earbuds are a dime a dozen, and the Sony WF-1000XM3 makes it easy to justify the cost. The design and comfort are good, and the connection strength is consistent. While the lack of aptX or LDAC support is a big drawback, DSEE HX processing improves low-quality audio files. If you want stylish active noise canceling (ANC) earbuds, the WF-1000XM3 needs to be at the top of your list."
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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 Sony
Sony is a multinational corporation, based out of Japan, with over 75 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry. In the audio market, Sony has been a trendsetter several times throughout its history. In 1979 they released the first-ever portable music player, the Sony Walkman, followed by the Discman 20 years later. Today, Sony is one of the leaders in the wireless headphone and earbud market, especially in terms of Active Noise Cancellation technology.
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