KEF M500 vs. Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of KEF M500 and Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT. 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. Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS KEF M500 Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT
Product Type Headset - wired Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Weight 208 g 190 g Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT are lighter than KEF M500 headphones.
Colour Classic White | Black
Body Material Aluminium alloy -
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Portable electronics, phone
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY KEF M500 Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT
Headphones Form Factor On-ear On-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
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)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 5 - 35000 Hz Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT offer a larger frequency range than KEF M500.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Sensitivity 103 dB 97 dB/mW KEF M500 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT.
Impedance 32 Ohm 41 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 SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology - Condenser
Frequency Response - 50 - 4000 Hz
Audio Input Details - Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz
Sensitivity - -44 dB
REMOTE CONTROL KEF M500 Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE KEF M500 Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT
Cable Type 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - 1 m
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING KEF M500 Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life - 30 hour(s)
Standby Time - 1000 hours
Charging Time - 5 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK KEF M500 Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT
Transmission Range - 10 m
CONNECTIONS KEF M500 Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS KEF M500 Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT
Included Accessories Protective case, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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