KEF M500 vs. Poly Blackwire C3220 (3200 Series)

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of KEF M500 and Poly Blackwire C3220 (3200 Series). 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. Poly Blackwire C3220 (3200 Series) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS KEF M500 Poly Blackwire C3220 (3200 Series)
Product Type Headset - wired Headset - wired - USB-C
Series - 3200 Series
Height - 17.8 cm
Width - 15.5 cm
Depth - 3.2 cm
Weight 208 g 64 g Poly Blackwire C3220 (3200 Series) are lighter than KEF M500 headphones.
Colour Classic Black
Body Material Aluminium alloy -
Earpad Material - Artificial leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY KEF M500 Poly Blackwire C3220 (3200 Series)
Headphones Form Factor On-ear On-ear
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable Yes - KEF M500 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Poly Blackwire C3220 (3200 Series) are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - SoundGuard
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz -
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Sensitivity 103 dB 90 dB KEF M500 have higher sensitivity than Poly Blackwire C3220 (3200 Series).
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 28 mm KEF M500 have a thicker diaphragm than Poly Blackwire C3220 (3200 Series).
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - Digital signal processing, echo cancelation, Dynamic EQ optimised
In-Cord Volume Control Yes Yes
MICROPHONE KEF M500 Poly Blackwire C3220 (3200 Series)
Type On-cable Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -38 dBV/Pascal
REMOTE CONTROL KEF M500 Poly Blackwire C3220 (3200 Series)
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, redial
CABLE KEF M500 Poly Blackwire C3220 (3200 Series)
Cable Type 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m USB-C cable
Plated Connector Gold -
CONNECTIONS KEF M500 Poly Blackwire C3220 (3200 Series)
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (USB Type-C)
OTHERS KEF M500 Poly Blackwire C3220 (3200 Series)
Included Accessories Protective case, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter Carrying case
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Software Certification - Skype Certified, Avaya Certified, Cisco Jabber Certified
Supported Host Device OS - Windows 10, macOS, Windows 11
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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