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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize top-tier sound quality and luxurious design along with active noise cancellation, and cost is less of an issue, then the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 could be the right choice for you. However, these are over-ear headphones and may not be as portable or discreet as earbuds. On the other hand, if you are looking for a more cost-effective yet high-quality option with good noise cancellation, the Sony WF1000XM5 earbuds might suit you better. They offer portability and are ideal for an on-the-go lifestyle, but may not match the sound quality or build of the more expensive Beoplay H95. 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 Sony WF1000XM5
- Very good for music
Key differences
Gaming
9.1
5.1
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for gaming, while the Sony WF1000XM5 is poor.
Phone Calls
8.0
5.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is very good for phone calls, while the Sony WF1000XM5 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.4
4.9
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Sony WF1000XM5 is poor.
TV and Video
9.1
5.4
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for TV and video, while the Sony WF1000XM5 is poor.
Battery
35.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 has 35 hours of battery life. The Sony WF1000XM5 has 9 hours of battery life.
Cost
$999
$298
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 has a price of $999 and the Sony WF1000XM5 costs $298.
Build Quality
9.0
8.5
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 has excellent build quality, while the Sony WF1000XM5 has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
7.6
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony WF1000XM5 to be very good for music, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is good.
Noise Reduction
9.1
8.7
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 to be excellent for noise reduction, while the Sony WF1000XM5 is very good.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 and the Sony WF1000XM5 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 | Sony WF1000XM5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$999 | $298 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2020 | July 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.6/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.1/10 | 5.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9.1/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 35 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.1 | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 18 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 323 Grams | 6 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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Sound Guys
Harley Maranan | July 2023
"The Sony WF-1000XM5 is among the best noise canceling earbuds currently on the market, and they aren’t cheap. These earbuds aren’t the best choice for budget-conscious listeners. But if you prioritize active noise cancelation, sound quality, and extensive software support, the WF-1000XM5 is worth its premium price tag."
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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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