KEF M500 vs. Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of KEF M500 and Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT. 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

KEF M500 vs. Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS KEF M500 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT
Product Type Headset - wired Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 208 g 250 g KEF M500 are lighter than KEF M500 headphones.
Colour Classic Black
Body Material Aluminium alloy -
Earpad Material - Memory foam
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY KEF M500 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - QuietPoint
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 5 - 40000 Hz Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT offer a larger frequency range than KEF M500.
Max Input Power 30 mW 1000 mW
Sensitivity 103 dB 98 dB/mW KEF M500 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT.
Impedance 32 Ohm 150 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control Yes Yes
MICROPHONE KEF M500 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology - Condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Frequency Response - 50 - 4000 Hz
Sensitivity - -44 dB
REMOTE CONTROL KEF M500 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, swipe control
CABLE KEF M500 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT
Cable Type 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING KEF M500 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life - 25 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 25 hours
Continuous playback (Bluetooth ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 45 hours
Standby Time - 1000 hours
CONNECTIONS KEF M500 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) -
OTHERS KEF M500 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT
Included Accessories Protective case, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter Protective pouch
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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