KEF M500 vs. Philips TAG5106BK

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of KEF M500 and Philips TAG5106BK. 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. Philips TAG5106BK Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS KEF M500 Philips TAG5106BK
Product Type Headset - wired Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless, wired
Series - 5000 Series
Height - 22.2 cm
Width - 19 cm
Depth - 8.2 cm
Weight 208 g -
Colour Classic Black
Body Material Aluminium alloy -
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY KEF M500 Philips TAG5106BK
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable Yes - KEF M500 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.2
Noise Isolating - Yes Philips TAG5106BK are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - DTS Surround Sound, DTS Headphone:X 2.0
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power 30 mW 20 mW
Sensitivity 103 dB 101 dB KEF M500 have higher sensitivity than Philips TAG5106BK.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm Philips TAG5106BK have a thicker diaphragm than KEF M500.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE KEF M500 Philips TAG5106BK
Form Factor - Detachable headset microphone
Type On-cable Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Uni-directional
REMOTE CONTROL KEF M500 Philips TAG5106BK
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track -
CABLE KEF M500 Philips TAG5106BK
Cable Type 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES KEF M500 Philips TAG5106BK
Additional Functions - RGB lighting
BATTERY AND CHARGING KEF M500 Philips TAG5106BK
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 45 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (LED off): up to 45 hours
CONNECTIONS KEF M500 Philips TAG5106BK
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm)
OTHERS KEF M500 Philips TAG5106BK
Included Accessories Protective case, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter USB dongle, USB charging cable, 3.5 mm audio cable
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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