OnePlus Buds Pro 2
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Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
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Category | Features | OnePlus Buds Pro 2 | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IP55 | IP57 |
weight | 9.8g | 12g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 11mm | 9.2mm | |
lowest frequency | 10Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 40,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 97dB/mW | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 9hours | 8hours |
battery life of charging case | 30hours | 20hours | |
charge time | 1hours | 1.5hours | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5.2 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✗ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 6only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
mic sensitivity | -38dBV/Pa | ✗ | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✓ |
has find earbuds feature | ✓ | ✗ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | 2only | 2only | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | ✗ | 3Years | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings refer to the level of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IP55, the OnePlus Buds Pro 2'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 the second number of 5 means that they can withstand medium pressure jet that's 6.3mm diameter, similar to garden hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 metres.
In comparison to the OnePlus Buds Pro 2, Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a rating of IP57 meaning that
they both have the same rating against dust
and that of liquids is that,
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 has a lower liquid rating than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a weight of 9.8g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, at 12g
weigh more than the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 with a difference of 2.2g
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, OnePlus Buds Pro 2 are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds together.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the pair of earbuds together.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have sweat resistance
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that OnePlus Buds Pro 2's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX also have stereo speakers
ANC utilises more advanced technology to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both devices ideal for flights and morning commutes. The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that enhances your chill time.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 sit well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces background noise while preventing the device music from leaking out .
Both Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, and OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have passive noise reduction this means that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the sound produced by the device.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX driver unit is 9.2mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of OnePlus Buds Pro 2 by 1.8mm
, a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 can produce a juicier bass than the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device makes high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, OnePlus Buds Pro 2's measurement is 97dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2's battery life is 9 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery life is
less than that of OnePlus Buds Pro 2 by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
This is given by the manufacturer, and OnePlus Buds Pro 2's case has a full charge of 30 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours,
less than that of OnePlus Buds Pro 2 by 10 hours
It takes 1 hours to fully charge the OnePlus Buds Pro 2's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of OnePlus Buds Pro 2 by 0.5 hours
OnePlus Buds Pro 2, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your earbuds and case.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 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.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the OnePlus Buds Pro 2
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the OnePlus Buds Pro 2
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 will work fine with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 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).
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have 6 microphones.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX microphones are 6,
equal to that of the OnePlus Buds Pro 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The size of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the earbud microphone can pick up.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing them
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.
If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a find earbuds feature.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 support multipoint of 2 connections, this 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 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the OnePlus Buds Pro 2
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another device.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX also have the mute function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.
With the OnePlus Buds Pro 2, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 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.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 come with a special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your bag without a cover may easily damage them.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.