Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK vs. Jaybird X4

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK and Jaybird X4. 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 UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK vs. Jaybird X4 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Jaybird X4
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 15 cm 24.2 cm
Width 13.5 cm 54.5 cm
Depth 1.6 cm 1.3 cm
Weight 30 g 14.7 g Jaybird X4 are lighter than Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earphone: 54.5 cm x 1.3 cm x 24.2 cm / 14.7 g
Control unit: 4.25 cm x 1.16 cm x 0.53 cm
Cradle: 9.8 cm x 1.81 cm x 0.96 cm / 5.5 g
Colour - Jade, alfa metallic | Flash, black metallic | Glacier, storm metallic
Protection - Waterproof, sweat-resistant, IPX7
Design - Sports
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Jaybird X4
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
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), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Noise Isolating Yes - Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Frequency Response 10 - 21000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK offer a larger frequency range than Jaybird X4.
Max Input Power 20 mW 10 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <5%
Sensitivity 107 dB 99 dB Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK have higher sensitivity than Jaybird X4.
Impedance 16 Ohm 16 Ohm
Diaphragm PET - 8 mm 6 mm Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK have a thicker diaphragm than Jaybird X4.
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Jaybird X4
Form Factor Built-in -
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Audio Input Details - Omni-directional
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Max Sound Pressure - 94 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Jaybird X4
Controls Volume control, echo control, answer/end, hold, phone/music mode, reject call Volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
BATTERY AND CHARGING Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Jaybird X4
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 7 hours 8 hour(s) Jaybird X4 lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK.
Standby Time 160 hours -
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Jaybird X4
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Jaybird X4
Connector Type Bluetooth -
OTHERS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Jaybird X4
Included Accessories USB cable Carrying pouch, clothing clip, charging cradle, 3 sizes secure-fit ear fins, Comply ultra ear tips (M/L), oval silicone ear tips (S/L), speed cinch
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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