Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002
Bang & Olufsen
78 Overall Score
vs
Beyerdynamic MMX 330 PRO
Beyerdynamic
61 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002
85 out of 100 low confidence 9 reviews
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, premium materials, and outstanding comfort. Users praise the natural, balanced audio signature and effective noise cancellation, though some note the high price and minor connectivity quirks. A few reviewers compare them favorably to competitors like Sennheiser Momentum 4 and Focal, highlighting superior build and sound neutrality.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium materials and build
- Outstanding comfort for long wear
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life
Cons
- High price point
- No D/A converter
- Midrange lacking for some
- Connectivity issues with Windows volume control
- Default sound modes initially unappealing
Sound quality 8
Build quality 6
Comfort 5
Noise cancellation 5
Battery life 4
Value for money 4
Beyerdynamic MMX 330 PRO
No customer feedback yet
Scores
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Specifications
| Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002 | Beyerdynamic MMX 330 PRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.28 kg★ | 0.32 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | velour |
| Headband | aluminium | Memory-Schaumstoff |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 45 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 24 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 95 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX Adaptive, SBC | beyerdynamic MMX 330 Pro Open-Back Gaming Headset with Stellar.45 Driver and Condenser Microphone, Wired Gaming Headset Suitable for PC, Gaming Console, PS, Switch. Handmade in Germany |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.1★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 2.5 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 40 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Capacity | 1,200 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | IP53 | — |
Pros & Cons
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong connectivity (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average build (35th percentile)
Beyerdynamic MMX 330 PRO
- Strong sound (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong build (77th percentile)
- Strong anc (74th percentile)
- Below average comfort (31st percentile)
Pricing
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002
No current pricing available
Beyerdynamic MMX 330 PRO
Verdict
Winner: Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX 1224002
Scores 78 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 36 specs.
