KEF M500 vs. Sony WH-XB910N

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of KEF M500 and Sony WH-XB910N. 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. Sony WH-XB910N Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS KEF M500 Sony WH-XB910N
Product Type Headset - wired Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 208 g 252 g KEF M500 are lighter than KEF M500 headphones.
Colour Classic Blue | Black
Body Material Aluminium alloy -
Earpad Material - Synthetic leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY KEF M500 Sony WH-XB910N
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
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.2
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WH-XB910N are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Dual Noise Cancellation
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Extra Bass, Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), Ambient Sound Mode, Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 5 - 40000 Hz Sony WH-XB910N offer a larger frequency range than KEF M500.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Sensitivity 103 dB 96 dB/mW KEF M500 have higher sensitivity than Sony WH-XB910N.
Impedance 32 Ohm -
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
Features - Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function, Microsoft Swift Pair
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE KEF M500 Sony WH-XB910N
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Frequency Response - 50 - 8000 Hz
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL KEF M500 Sony WH-XB910N
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Noise-cancellation on/off
CABLE KEF M500 Sony WH-XB910N
Cable Type 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Plated Connector Gold Gold
FEATURES KEF M500 Sony WH-XB910N
Features - Multipoint Pairing
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - Touch sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING KEF M500 Sony WH-XB910N
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 30 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 50 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 40 hours
Charging Time - 3.5 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS KEF M500 Sony WH-XB910N
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5mm)
Bluetooth
OTHERS KEF M500 Sony WH-XB910N
Included Accessories Protective case, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter Carrying case, USB-C cable, 3.5 mm audio cable
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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