Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK vs. Sony WF-1000XM5

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK and Sony WF-1000XM5. 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 SHB2505BK vs. Sony WF-1000XM5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 6.5 cm -
Width 4.1 cm -
Depth 3.6 cm -
Weight 46 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 6.46 cm x 2.65 cm x 4 cm / 39 g
Earphone: 5.9 g
Colour Black 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 SHB2505BK 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 5.0 Bluetooth 5.3 Sony WF-1000XM5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK.
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 SHB2505BK are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Sony WF-1000XM5 offer a larger frequency range than Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK.
Diaphragm 6 mm 8.4 mm Sony WF-1000XM5 have a thicker diaphragm than Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK.
Magnet Material NdFeB -
Features - Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function
MICROPHONE Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Controls Multiple function button -
CABLE Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Cable Type USB charge cable - detachable USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Voice Control Indirect Indirect
Intelligent Assistant Siri, Google Assistant Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - Head tracking sensor, bone sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life 15 hour(s) 12 hour(s) Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WF-1000XM5.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback: up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging clip): up to 20 hours
Continuous talk (with included charging case): up to 20 hours
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
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only)
Bluetooth
OTHERS Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK Sony WF-1000XM5
Included Accessories 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), charging case Charging case, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips
Compliant Standards - IPX4
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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