IP ratings refer to the rating of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IP57, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's rating for solids indicates that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety, and of liquids that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes. In comparison to the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX has a higher liquid rating than Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a weight of 12g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to transport.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, at 12.5g
are heavier than the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by of 0.5g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires linking any part of the device together, Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds .
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires connecting the two earbuds together. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have sweat resistance
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation making both earbuds ideal for flights and morning travels. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that tones down background sounds while preventing the device sound from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX driver unit is 9.2mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size determines the loudness of the earbuds. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 0.1mm
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component produces high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices produce equal treble
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge.
A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery life is
less than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 2 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
This is given by the manufacturer, and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's case is said to have a full charge of 20 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours,
less than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 2 hours
It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery.
It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 0.5 hours
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a compatible charging pad.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3,
newer than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX will work fine with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support AAC as well.
Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support APTX Adaptive as well which means both can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as reducing interference from other devices.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have 6 microphones. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 microphones are 8,
more than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device. Also the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
. Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another connected device. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also support this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. With the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have a control panel on them. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a warranty period of 3 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also support voice prompts meaning the device will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX come with their own special case.
Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a casing may easily damage them. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
