Philips SHB5900PK vs. Sony WF-C500

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Philips SHB5900PK and Sony WF-C500. 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

Philips SHB5900PK vs. Sony WF-C500 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips SHB5900PK Sony WF-C500
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 2.31 cm -
Width 1.61 cm -
Depth 1.6 cm -
Weight 11.6 g 5.4 g Sony WF-C500 are lighter than Philips SHB5900PK headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earbud: 5.4 g
Charging case: 8 cm x 3.09 cm x 3.49 cm / 35 g
Colour - Black | Orange | Green | White
Protection - Splashproof, sweat-resistant, IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Philips SHB5900PK Sony WF-C500
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 3.0 EDR Bluetooth 5.0 Sony WF-C500 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Philips SHB5900PK.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Noise Isolating Yes - Philips SHB5900PK are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 10 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Philips SHB5900PK offer a larger frequency range than Sony WF-C500.
Max Input Power 20 mW -
Sensitivity 107 dB -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm 8.6 mm 5.8 mm Philips SHB5900PK have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-C500.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
MICROPHONE Philips SHB5900PK Sony WF-C500
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
REMOTE CONTROL Philips SHB5900PK Sony WF-C500
Controls Volume control, echo control, answer/end, hold, phone/music mode, reject call Volume, voice assistant
CABLE Philips SHB5900PK Sony WF-C500
Cable Type - USB-C charge cable - detachable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Philips SHB5900PK Sony WF-C500
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 6 hours 10 hour(s) Sony WF-C500 lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips SHB5900PK.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 10 hours
Continuous talk: up to 5 hours
Standby Time 150 hours -
Charging Time - 2.5 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK Philips SHB5900PK Sony WF-C500
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Philips SHB5900PK Sony WF-C500
Connector Type Bluetooth USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Philips SHB5900PK Sony WF-C500
Included Accessories USB cable Charging case
Compatibility - Windows
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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