Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK vs. Sony WF-1000XM5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK and Sony WF-1000XM5. 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. Sony WF-1000XM5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-1000XM5
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: 6.46 cm x 2.65 cm x 4 cm / 39 g
Earphone: 5.9 g
Colour - Black | Silver
Protection - Water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Bone Conduction Technology - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.3 Sony WF-1000XM5 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), Telephony and Media Audio Profile (TMAP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WF-1000XM5 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Multi Noise Sensor technology
Noise Isolating Yes - Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 10 - 21000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Sony WF-1000XM5 offer a larger frequency range than Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK.
Max Input Power 20 mW -
Sensitivity 107 dB -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm PET - 8 mm 8.4 mm Sony WF-1000XM5 have a thicker diaphragm than Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK.
Features - Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function
MICROPHONE Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Controls Volume control, echo control, answer/end, hold, phone/music mode, reject call -
CABLE Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Cable Type - USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Voice Control - Indirect
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - Head tracking sensor, bone sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life 7 hours 12 hour(s) Sony WF-1000XM5 lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 12 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 8 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 7 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 6 hours
Standby Time 160 hours -
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
WIRELESS LINK Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Connector Type Bluetooth Bluetooth
OTHERS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Included Accessories USB cable Charging case, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips
Compliant Standards - IPX4
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