Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK vs. Sony WI-1000XM2

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Detailed comparison and review of Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK and Sony WI-1000XM2. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK vs. Sony WI-1000XM2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WI-1000XM2
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Height 15 cm -
Width 13.5 cm -
Depth 1.6 cm -
Weight 30 g 58 g Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK are lighter than Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK headphones.
Colour - Black | Silver
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 WI-1000XM2
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear - neckband
Headphones Technology Dynamic Balanced armature / dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0 Sony WI-1000XM2 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, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WI-1000XM2 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC)
Noise Isolating Yes - Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX), S-Master HX
Frequency Response 10 - 21000 Hz 3 - 40000 Hz Sony WI-1000XM2 offer a larger frequency range than Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK.
Max Input Power 20 mW -
Sensitivity 107 dB 101 dB/mW Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK have higher sensitivity than Sony WI-1000XM2.
Impedance 16 Ohm 22 Ohm
Diaphragm PET - 8 mm 9 mm Sony WI-1000XM2 have a thicker diaphragm than Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK.
MICROPHONE Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WI-1000XM2
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WI-1000XM2
Controls Volume control, echo control, answer/end, hold, phone/music mode, reject call Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WI-1000XM2
Cable Type - Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m
USB charge cable
Cable Length - 1 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WI-1000XM2
Features - Vibrating call alert
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WI-1000XM2
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 7 hours 13 hour(s) Sony WI-1000XM2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 10 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 13 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 100 hours
Standby Time 160 hours 100 hours Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK have longer standby time than Sony WI-1000XM2.
Charging Time - 3.5 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WI-1000XM2
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WI-1000XM2
Connector Type Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only)
OTHERS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Sony WI-1000XM2
Included Accessories USB cable Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, 4 pairs of hybrid earbuds (SS/S/M/L sizes), 3 pairs of Triple-Comfort Earbuds
Compatibility - iPhone, iPod, Android phone
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