KEF M500 vs. Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of KEF M500 and Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK. 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. Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS KEF M500 Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK
Product Type Headset - wired Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 18.5 cm
Width - 19 cm
Depth - 4.6 cm
Weight 208 g 190 g Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK are lighter than KEF M500 headphones.
Colour Classic Black
Body Material Aluminium alloy -
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY KEF M500 Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
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)
Noise Isolating - Yes Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 8 - 21500 Hz Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK offer a larger frequency range than KEF M500.
Max Input Power 30 mW 40 mW
Sensitivity 103 dB 104 dB Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK 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 Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
REMOTE CONTROL KEF M500 Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume control, answer/end, microphone on/mute, phone/music mode, reject call
CABLE KEF M500 Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK
Cable Type 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m USB charge cable
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING KEF M500 Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life - 12 hours
Standby Time - 166 hours
CONNECTIONS KEF M500 Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Bluetooth
USB (power only)
OTHERS KEF M500 Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK
Included Accessories Protective case, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter USB charging cable
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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