Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20
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Denon Home 150
See price on AmazonOverall Score 5.9 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 | Denon Home 150 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | volume | 5,868.45cm³ | 2,692.8cm³ |
weight | 2,700g | 1,700g | |
height | 230mm | 187mm | |
width | 135mm | 120mm | |
thickness | 189mm | 120mm | |
SOUND QUALITY | has a subwoofer | ✗ | ✓ |
size of subwoofer | ✗ | 89mm | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✗ | |
driver unit size | 140mm | 25mm | |
drivers count | 4only | 2only | |
has a passive radiator | ✓ | ✗ | |
lowest frequency | 37Hz | ✗ | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 37hours | ✗ |
charge time | 3hours | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
operating power consumption | 30W | 20W | |
standby mode power consumption | 0.5W | 0.3W | |
CONNECTIVITY | can be used wirelessly | ✓ | ✓ |
has a detachable cable | ✗ | ✓ | |
has an aux input | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack | ✓ | ✗ | |
has bluetooth | ✗ | ✓ | |
bluetooth version | v4.2 | ✗ | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
supports wi-fi | ✗ | ✓ | |
has usb type-c | ✓ | ✗ | |
usb ports | 1only | 1only | |
EXTRAS | has a mobile app | ✓ | ✓ |
has voice commands | ✗ | ✓ | |
has a radio | ✗ | ✓ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
has airplay | ✗ | ✓ | |
has a remote control | ✗ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space taken up by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product fills. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 takes up 5,868.45cm³, it is important to know the space that the speaker occupies just so as to ensure that it will easily fit in the available space next to your other gadgets.
Denon Home 150's volume is 2,692.8cm³ meaning it
occupies lesser space than the Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 with a difference cm³
We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
The Denon Home 150, at 1,700g
is lighter than the Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 with a difference g.
Commonly a genuine quality system is a little bit heavier than average quality products though If you want to change the position of the soundbar often, then you should opt to purchase a lighter soundbar.
This represents the vertical dimension of a device, Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has a height of 230mm.
The Denon Home 150, at 187mm
is shorter than the Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 with a difference -43mm
This represents the horizontal dimension of a device, Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has a width of 135mm.
The Denon Home 150, at 120mm
is smaller in width than the Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 by -15mm
The thickness (or depth) of Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 is 189mm, to know the thickness of the speaker you divide its volume(space occupied) by the surface area( length by width)
Denon Home 150 has a thickness of 120mm,
meaning that it is less thicker than the Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 by -69mm
A subwoofer is a speaker that delivers lower frequencies in the range of 20 -200Hz, the low frequencies are produced by instruments such as pipe organs, bass guitars, even the kick drums, and any explosive sound effects say in a movie. Devices that have a subwoofer inbuilt give a richer bass sound when listening to bass-heavy music like hip hop.
Bigger subwoofers are capable of producing deeper bass sounds. Denon Home 150 has a 89 mm subwoofer
Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has stereo speakers, what this means is that Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size dictates the loudness of the headphone. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 driver unit is 140mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
Denon Home 150 driver unit is 25mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 by 115mm
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty reproducing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better sound.
A speaker driver is an individual transducer that converts electrical energy to sound waves. Drivers come in different sizes and modes, but generally, you'll find three types: tweeter driver, which handles the high-frequency treble range (above 2,000 Hz), and midrange driver: which handles the midrange frequencies (200 Hz to 2,000 Hz). Woofer driver: handles the low-frequency bass range (below 200 Hz).
Based on the frequencies they handle more drivers may result in better sound quality, Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has 4 only.
Denon Home 150 has 2 only
A passive radiator is a type of driver in speakers that can get extra power and resonance from a speaker system, usually used in smaller speaker systems. This radiator is called passive because it is not powered by electricity but by air pressure found in speaker cones.
The sound vibrations produced by a passive radiator depend on its mass and the size of its enclosure. It is usually used in combination with a woofer to produce deep, resonant tones that would normally be produced by speakers in large boxes powered by AC.
Low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device reproduces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on the way through. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20's lowest frequency is at 37Hz, the lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
High frequency response measures if and how well an audio device reproduces high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, the higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
Your speaker's battery life will reduce over time while in use, the battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20's battery life is 37 hours
It takes 3 hours to fully charge the Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using it for the first time or when they have been unused for extended periods.
Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your speaker.
Denon Home 150 too has a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your speaker, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
The amount of power a speaker uses depends on the loudness of the audio being played, its sensitivity, and the amplifier's volume. Operating power consumption is how much power the device consumes when it's in use. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20's operating power consumption is 30W
Denon Home 150's operating power consumption is 20W
Also known as a device's energy-saving mode, the power consumption in standby mode measures the amount of power the device consumes when shut down but still plugged in. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has a standby mode power consumption of 0.5W
Denon Home 150 has an energy-saving mode power consumption of 0.3W
Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 can be used wirelessly, wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.
The Denon Home 150 also can be used wirelessly
Detachable cables are cables that have connectors on both ends. One end goes into your headphone earpieces, while the other end is inserted into a source device. Some new headphones, and not just the expensive ones, are coming with detachable cables, Denon Home 150 is one of those.
An auxiliary input allows you to play other audio sources by connecting them through a simple audio connection like a 3.5mm jack
Being an industry-standard audio plug, a standard 3.5mm male connector is suitable for use with all MP3 players and computer sound cards. This means that it is commonly used in stereo headphones to your phone or connecting your phone to an external amplifier, sound bars, your car radio, etc. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has this connector giving it a wider range of connectivity with most of the sound devices out there. All plugs have at least a tip and sleeve with the number of rings that stand as a differentiating factor.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology that allows you to easily transfer data between different devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and computers.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has a v4.2
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology standard that is used for exchanging data between fixed and mobile devices over short distances. The Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 can connect at a 10meters distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device.
The Denon Home 150 can connect at a 10meters distance via Bluetooth
Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that allows devices such as computers, and mobile devices .i.e smartphones and wearables to connect and interact with other devices on the internet, the Denon Home 150 can connect to Wi-Fi.
Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 supports USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power on a single cable. The USB-C plug is now part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets, it features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
With more USB ports, you are able to connect more devices, like those you save your music on, Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 has 1 only
Denon Home 150 has 1 USB ports
You can use your smartphone as a remote control for the device through a dedicated app. By this, you can change settings, unlock features, and get real-time updates so you can always listen to your music the best way you see fit.
You can use your voice to control key functions of the Denon Home 150 and you can easily access it without pushing any button but just giving it voice commands.
A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.
With voice prompts, the device notifies you via audio messages, say its battery is running low it will notify you that it's time to recharge the device.
AirPlay allows wireless connection of Apple devices with external screens or speakers.
A remote control allows you to control the device remotely without moving to the device.
There is a control panel on the Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.
The Denon Home 150 too have a control panel on them.