Side by side comparison and review of Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK and JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Height | 15 cm | - | |
Width | 13.5 cm | - | |
Depth | 1.6 cm | - | |
Weight | 30 g | 14.6 g | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS are lighter than Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK headphones. |
Dimensions & Weight Details | - | Charging case: | |
Colour | - | Black | Rose | Blue | White | |
Protection | - | Sweat-resistant, water-resistant, IPX7 | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | In-ear | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | - | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 5.1 | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS 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), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Noise Isolating | Yes | - | Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | - | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | Signature Sound | |
Frequency Response | 10 - 21000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK offer a larger frequency range than JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS. |
Max Input Power | 20 mW | - | |
Sensitivity | 107 dB | 96 dB | Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK have higher sensitivity than JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS. |
Impedance | 16 Ohm | 16 Ohm | |
Max Sound Pressure | - | 94 dB | |
Diaphragm | PET - 8 mm | 6.8 mm | Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK have a thicker diaphragm than JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS. |
Features | - | TalkThru technology, Ambient Aware |
MICROPHONE | Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Sensitivity | - | -26 dBV/Pascal |
REMOTE CONTROL | Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Controls | Volume control, echo control, answer/end, hold, phone/music mode, reject call | Voice assistant |
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FEATURES | Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
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Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant, Alexa |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging | |
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Battery Capacity | - | 50 mAh | |
Battery Life | 7 hours | 7 hour(s) | Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge. |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 21 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 6 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 7 hours |
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Standby Time | 160 hours | - | |
Charging Time | - | 2 hour(s) | |
Included Qty | - | 2 |
WIRELESS LINK | Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Transmission Range | 10 m | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Connector Type | Bluetooth | - |
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OTHERS | Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Included Accessories | USB cable | 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), 2 pairs of ear sleeves, USB-C charging cable, charging case (300 mAh) | |
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Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 1 year |