KEF M500 vs. ASTRO Gaming A40 TR

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of KEF M500 and ASTRO Gaming A40 TR. 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 Gaming A40 TR Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS KEF M500 ASTRO Gaming A40 TR
Product Type Headset - wired Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 9.52 cm
Width - 19.68 cm
Depth - 20.32 cm
Weight 208 g 369 g KEF M500 are lighter than KEF M500 headphones.
Colour Classic Black
Body Material Aluminium alloy -
Earpad Material - Synthetic leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Game console, portable electronics, computer
Gaming - Yes
SOUND QUALITY KEF M500 ASTRO Gaming A40 TR
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Open
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes - KEF M500 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Noise Isolating - Yes ASTRO Gaming A40 TR are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <0.1%
Sensitivity 103 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm 48 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE KEF M500 ASTRO Gaming A40 TR
Form Factor - Detachable headset microphone
Type On-cable Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Uni-directional
REMOTE CONTROL KEF M500 ASTRO Gaming A40 TR
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Mute
CABLE KEF M500 ASTRO Gaming A40 TR
Cable Type 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m Headset cable - detachable - 2 m
Audio splitter cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length - 2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
CONNECTIONS KEF M500 ASTRO Gaming A40 TR
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS KEF M500 ASTRO Gaming A40 TR
Bundled with - Astro MixAmp Pro TR
Included Accessories Protective case, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter Detachable microphone, 2 speaker tags
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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