KEF M500 vs. JVC HA S80BN

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of KEF M500 and JVC HA S80BN. 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. JVC HA S80BN Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS KEF M500 JVC HA S80BN
Product Type Headset - wired Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 208 g 165 g JVC HA S80BN are lighter than KEF M500 headphones.
Colour Classic Black
Body Material Aluminium alloy -
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone -
SOUND QUALITY KEF M500 JVC HA S80BN
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes - KEF M500 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
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes JVC HA S80BN are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 10 - 22000 Hz JVC HA S80BN offer a larger frequency range than KEF M500.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Sensitivity 103 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm -
Diaphragm 40 mm 30.5 mm KEF M500 have a thicker diaphragm than JVC HA S80BN.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE KEF M500 JVC HA S80BN
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Noise Cancelling - Yes JVC HA S80BN microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
REMOTE CONTROL KEF M500 JVC HA S80BN
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track -
CABLE KEF M500 JVC HA S80BN
Cable Type 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Plated Connector Gold Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING KEF M500 JVC HA S80BN
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 26 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (via jack cable) (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 26 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 16 hours
Charging Time - 3.5 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS KEF M500 JVC HA S80BN
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphone output
USB (power only)
OTHERS KEF M500 JVC HA S80BN
Included Accessories Protective case, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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