KEF M500 vs. RIG 500 PRO

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of KEF M500 and RIG 500 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. RIG 500 PRO Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS KEF M500 RIG 500 PRO
Product Type Headset - wired Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 208 g 323 g KEF M500 are lighter than KEF M500 headphones.
Colour Classic -
Body Material Aluminium alloy -
Headband Material - Metal
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Game console, computer
SOUND QUALITY KEF M500 RIG 500 PRO
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 Wired
Noise Isolating - Yes RIG 500 PRO are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Built-in Decoders - Dolby Atmos
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power 30 mW 40 mW
Sensitivity 103 dB 111 dB RIG 500 PRO have higher sensitivity than KEF M500.
Impedance 32 Ohm 33 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm RIG 500 PRO have a thicker diaphragm than KEF M500.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control Yes Yes
MICROPHONE KEF M500 RIG 500 PRO
Form Factor - Detachable headset microphone
Type On-cable Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Uni-directional
Noise Cancelling - Yes RIG 500 PRO microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -45 dBV/Pascal
Signal-To-Noise Ratio - 42 dB
Microphone Features - Mute function
REMOTE CONTROL KEF M500 RIG 500 PRO
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Microphone on/mute
CABLE KEF M500 RIG 500 PRO
Cable Type 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m Headset cable - detachable - 1.3 m
Audio cable
Cable Length - 1.3 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
CONNECTIONS KEF M500 RIG 500 PRO
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS KEF M500 RIG 500 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 - 1 year
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