Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT vs. Sony WF-C500

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT and Sony WF-C500. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT vs. Sony WF-C500 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT Sony WF-C500
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 17 g 5.4 g Sony WF-C500 are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earbud: 5.4 g
Charging case: 8 cm x 3.09 cm x 3.49 cm / 35 g
Colour Steel black Black | Orange | Green | White
Protection - Splashproof, sweat-resistant, IPX4
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT Sony WF-C500
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0 Sony WF-C500 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm 10.7 mm 5.8 mm Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-C500.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT Sony WF-C500
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 100 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -44 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT Sony WF-C500
Controls - Volume, voice assistant
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT Sony WF-C500
Cable Type Micro-USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm USB-C charge cable - detachable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT Sony WF-C500
Battery Type 1 x headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 7 hour(s) 10 hour(s) Sony WF-C500 lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 10 hours
Continuous talk: up to 5 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 3 hour(s) 2.5 hour(s) Sony WF-C500 recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT.
Included Qty 1 -
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT Sony WF-C500
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.402 - 2.480GHz -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT Sony WF-C500
Connector Type - USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT Sony WF-C500
Included Accessories Clip, pouch case, 4 pairs of ear tips (XS, S,M, L) Charging case
Compatibility - Windows
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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