Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK vs. JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK vs. JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
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
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
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
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Sensitivity - -26 dBV/Pascal
REMOTE CONTROL Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Controls Volume control, echo control, answer/end, hold, phone/music mode, reject call Voice assistant
FEATURES Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
BATTERY AND CHARGING Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging
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
Standby Time 160 hours -
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
Included Qty - 2
WIRELESS LINK Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
Connector Type Bluetooth -
OTHERS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS
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)
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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