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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H95 offers premium sound quality, superior build quality, and advanced noise-cancellation features, making it a suitable choice for audiophiles and those who prefer luxury design and materials. However, if budget is a concern or you want something more cost-effective without a significant compromise on sound quality, the Soundcore Space A40 could be a better option, as it provides good sound and active noise cancellation at a lower price point. Consider also whether you need specific features like a long battery life or a comfortable fit for long periods, as this may sway your decision towards one or the other. 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 Soundcore Space A40
- The Soundcore Space A40 has no clear advantages over the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95.
Key differences
Gaming
9.1
4.9
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for gaming, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
Phone Calls
8.0
4.8
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is very good for phone calls, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.4
4.9
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
TV and Video
9.1
5.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 is excellent for TV and video, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
Battery
35.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 has 35 hours of battery life. The Soundcore Space A40 has 8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$999
$80
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 has a price of $999 and the Soundcore Space A40 costs $80.
Build Quality
9.0
8.5
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 has excellent build quality, while the Soundcore Space A40 has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
7.6
7.7
The Soundcore Space A40 and Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 are both good for music.
Noise Reduction
9.1
9.1
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 and Soundcore Space A40 are both excellent for noise reduction.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 and the Soundcore Space A40 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H95 | Soundcore Space A40 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$999 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2020 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.1/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9.1/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 35 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 0.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.1 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 32 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
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 | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 323 Grams | 4 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."
Soundcore Space A40
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Sound Guys
Sam Smart | May 2023
"The Anker Soundcore Space A40 is an excellent deal if you want affordable noise canceling earbuds with great sound. The baseline frequency response is enjoyable, and the many EQ presets to choose from plus the ability to customize your sound profile makes it good for pretty much anyone. The noise canceling is quite good, and the many ear tips to choose from ensure a good fit for the noise canceling and isolation to do its job."
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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 Soundcore
Soundcore is a sub-brand belonging to Anker Innovations. Starting in 2014, initially marketing wireless, Bluetooth, speakers, Anker now offers an array of, budget-friendly, wireless earbuds and headphones that directly compete, especially in the Active Noise Canceling field, with other brands several times as expensive.
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