Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK vs. Bowers & Wilkins PI7

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK and Bowers & Wilkins PI7. 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

Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK vs. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 15 cm -
Width 13.5 cm -
Depth 1.6 cm -
Weight 30 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 50 g
Earbud: 8 g
Colour - Charcoal | White
Protection - IP54, water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Balanced armature / dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0 Bowers & Wilkins PI7 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK.
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), Generic Attribute Profile (GATT)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, apt-X LL, aptX Adaptive
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Bowers & Wilkins PI7 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Adaptive Noise Cancelling
Noise Isolating Yes - Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Frequency Response 10 - 21000 Hz 10 - 20000 Hz Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK offer a larger frequency range than Bowers & Wilkins PI7.
Max Input Power 20 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <0.3%
Sensitivity 107 dB -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm PET - 8 mm 9.2 mm Bowers & Wilkins PI7 have a thicker diaphragm than Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK.
Features - Dual driver, Google Fast Pair, Auto Play, Auto Pause, Ambient Pass-Through
MICROPHONE Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphones Included - 6
REMOTE CONTROL Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Controls Volume control, echo control, answer/end, hold, phone/music mode, reject call Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call, voice assistant, ANC on/off, ANC mode
CABLE Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Cable Type - USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
USB-C to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable
FEATURES Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Features - Fast charge, auto power on/off
Sensors - Wear sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life 7 hours 4 hour(s) Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK lasts longer on a single charge than the Bowers & Wilkins PI7.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 20 hours
Continuous playback: up to 4 hours
Standby Time 160 hours -
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time - 3 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Connector Type Bluetooth -
OTHERS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Included Accessories USB cable 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C charging cable, wireless charging case, 3.5 mm to USB-C cable
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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