MSI DS502 vs. KEF M500

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI DS502 and KEF M500. 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

MSI DS502 vs. KEF M500 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI DS502 KEF M500
Product Type Headset - wired - USB Headset - wired
Height 19 cm -
Width 22 cm -
Depth 10 cm -
Weight 405 g 208 g KEF M500 are lighter than MSI DS502 headphones.
Colour - Classic
Body Material - Aluminium alloy
Recommended Use Computer Portable electronics, phone
SOUND QUALITY MSI DS502 KEF M500
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable - Yes KEF M500 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound -
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Sensitivity 105 dB 103 dB MSI DS502 have higher sensitivity than KEF M500.
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes Yes
MICROPHONE MSI DS502 KEF M500
Type Boom On-cable
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - Output Impedance 2.2 kOhm -
Sensitivity -36 dB -
Impedance 2.2 kOhm -
REMOTE CONTROL MSI DS502 KEF M500
Controls Volume, microphone on/off, bass control Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE MSI DS502 KEF M500
Cable Type - 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m
Cable Length 2 m -
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES MSI DS502 KEF M500
Additional Functions LED lights -
CONNECTIONS MSI DS502 KEF M500
Connector Type Headset (4 PIN USB Type A) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS MSI DS502 KEF M500
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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