Nokia BH-501 vs. Microsoft Surface Earbuds

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Nokia BH-501 and Microsoft Surface Earbuds. 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

Nokia BH-501 vs. Microsoft Surface Earbuds Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Nokia BH-501 Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 2.7 cm -
Width 2.4 cm -
Depth 1.9 cm -
Weight 16 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 7.5 cm x 3.32 cm x 2.5 cm / 40 g
Earbud: 2.5 cm x 2.5 cm x 1.99 cm / 7.2 g
Colour Black | Black, silver Glacier
Protection Waterproof, dust-resistant Waterproof, IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Nokia BH-501 Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Headphones Form Factor In-ear Ear-bud
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Foldable Yes - Nokia BH-501 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.1 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, aptX
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm 9 mm 13.6 mm Microsoft Surface Earbuds have a thicker diaphragm than Nokia BH-501.
MICROPHONE Nokia BH-501 Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Operation Mode Mono -
Sensitivity -11 dB -
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL Nokia BH-501 Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Controls Power on/off, volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call Volume, answer/end, next/previous track
CABLE Nokia BH-501 Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Cable Type Micro-USB cable -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Nokia BH-501 Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Battery Type 1 x headset battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Capacity 260 mAh -
Battery Life 8 hour(s) 7 hour(s) Nokia BH-501 lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Earbuds.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Standby Time 144 hours -
Power Device Power adapter - external -
Charging Time 2 hour(s) -
Included Qty 1 -
WIRELESS LINK Nokia BH-501 Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Nokia BH-501 Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Connector Type USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B) -
OTHERS Nokia BH-501 Microsoft Surface Earbuds
Included Accessories 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), 3 x fit earbuds Charging case, 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C to USB-A cable
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, Windows
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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