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Updated April 11, 2024·
For an immersive listening experience, the AKG K712 Pro headphones excel with great sound quality and a very good soundstage, making them well-suited for music and TV where sound direction and detail are important. They're open-back, so they won't isolate noise well, making them not ideal for noisy environments or travel. Despite being less portable and needing an amplifier for best performance, they're comfortable for long sessions at home. Conversely, the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX earbuds offer excellent portability and versatile use, with features like sweat resistance and active noise cancelling, making them superior for exercise, travel, and outdoor use. They have great sound and a good microphone but may not be as comfortable for everyone during extended use. Consider your main activities: stationary, critical listening favors the AKG, while an on-the-go lifestyle with calls and exercise would benefit more from the Beoplay EX. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K712 Pro
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX
- Excellent for gaming
- Very good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Gaming
7.0
9.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is excellent for gaming, while the AKG K712 Pro is good.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.8
6.1
The AKG K712 Pro is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is only fair.
TV and Video
8.4
8.9
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and AKG K712 Pro are both very good for TV and video, though the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
2.5
8.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX is very good for noise reduction, while the AKG K712 Pro is poor.
Battery
N/A
6.5 Hours
The AKG K712 Pro does not have a battery. The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has 6.5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$270
$399
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The AKG K712 Pro has a price of $270 and the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX costs $399.
Build Quality
8.5
10.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX has best in class build quality, while the AKG K712 Pro has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
7.7
7.9
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and AKG K712 Pro are both good for music.
Phone Calls
4.9
5.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX and AKG K712 Pro are both poor for phone calls.
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How the AKG K712 Pro and the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| AKG K712 Pro | Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EX |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$270 | $399 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | Bang and Olufsen | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2013 | May 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7/10 | 9.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 9/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 6.5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 22 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 10/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 235 Grams | 6 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Michael | October 2013
"AKG has created a mini-masterpiece in my opinion. I enjoy this headphone a great deal and it will become my go-to reference headphone for the time being. She is slick, sexy, well-balanced, and crazy comfortable."
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Danielle | January 2023
"If you’ve wanted truly wireless headphones, but couldn’t pick them up because they sound terrible, these will be the headphones that win you over. If you’re the kind of person who would consider spending $400 on headphones, these are the right truly wireless headphones for you."
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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.
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