Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK vs. Sony WF-C500

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK and Sony WF-C500. 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. Sony WF-C500 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-C500
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 15 cm -
Width 13.5 cm -
Depth 1.6 cm -
Weight 30 g 5.4 g Sony WF-C500 are lighter than Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earbud: 5.4 g
Charging case: 8 cm x 3.09 cm x 3.49 cm / 35 g
Colour - Black | Orange | Green | White
Protection - Splashproof, sweat-resistant, IPX4
Recommended Use 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 Sony WF-C500
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0 Sony WF-C500 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)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Noise Isolating Yes - Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 10 - 21000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK offer a larger frequency range than Sony WF-C500.
Max Input Power 20 mW -
Sensitivity 107 dB -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm PET - 8 mm 5.8 mm Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-C500.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-C500
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-C500
Controls Volume control, echo control, answer/end, hold, phone/music mode, reject call Volume, voice assistant
CABLE Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-C500
Cable Type - USB-C charge cable - detachable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-C500
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 7 hours 10 hour(s) Sony WF-C500 lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 10 hours
Continuous talk: up to 5 hours
Standby Time 160 hours -
Charging Time - 2.5 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-C500
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-C500
Connector Type Bluetooth USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WF-C500
Included Accessories USB cable Charging case
Compatibility - Windows
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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