KEF M500 vs. ASTRO A50 + Base Station

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of KEF M500 and ASTRO A50 + Base Station. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

KEF M500 vs. ASTRO A50 + Base Station Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS KEF M500 ASTRO A50 + Base Station
Product Type Headset - wired Headset - wireless
Weight 208 g 380 g KEF M500 are lighter than KEF M500 headphones.
Colour Classic Black | Grey, black | Grey
Body Material Aluminium alloy -
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Game console, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 9.14 m
SOUND QUALITY KEF M500 ASTRO A50 + Base Station
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes - KEF M500 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - 7.1 Channel Dolby Headphone Surround Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Sensitivity 103 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm 48 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 118 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium magnet
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE KEF M500 ASTRO A50 + Base Station
Form Factor - Headset microphone
Type On-cable Boom
Audio Input Details - Uni-directional
REMOTE CONTROL KEF M500 ASTRO A50 + Base Station
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Mute
CABLE KEF M500 ASTRO A50 + Base Station
Cable Type 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m Audio (optical) cable - detachable - 1 m
Micro-USB cable - detachable - 1 m
Cable Length - 1 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING KEF M500 ASTRO A50 + Base Station
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life - 15 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS KEF M500 ASTRO A50 + Base Station
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) -
OTHERS KEF M500 ASTRO A50 + Base Station
Bundled with - ASTRO Wireless XB1 5 GHz Base Station Transmitter/Charging Stand
Included Accessories Protective case, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter -
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - parts - 1 year
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