KEF M500 vs. JLab Audio Studio Pro

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of KEF M500 and JLab Audio Studio Pro. 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. JLab Audio Studio Pro Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS KEF M500 JLab Audio Studio Pro
Product Type Headset - wired Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 208 g 141 g JLab Audio Studio Pro are lighter than KEF M500 headphones.
Colour Classic Black
Body Material Aluminium alloy -
Earpad Material - Foam, plush
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY KEF M500 JLab Audio Studio Pro
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
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
Sound Effects - Bass Boost, Signature Sound, Balanced Sound
Equaliser - 3-band
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Sensitivity 103 dB 110 dB +/- 3dB JLab Audio Studio Pro have higher sensitivity than KEF M500.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE KEF M500 JLab Audio Studio Pro
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Sensitivity Margin - +/- 3dB
REMOTE CONTROL KEF M500 JLab Audio Studio Pro
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant
CABLE KEF M500 JLab Audio Studio Pro
Cable Type 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m USB-C charge cable
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING KEF M500 JLab Audio Studio Pro
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 400 mAh
Battery Life - 50 hour(s)
Standby Time - 400 hours
Charging Time - 3 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS KEF M500 JLab Audio Studio Pro
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) -
OTHERS KEF M500 JLab Audio Studio Pro
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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