Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK vs. Sony WF-C500

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK 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 SHB2505BK vs. Sony WF-C500 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK Sony WF-C500
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 5.4 g Sony WF-C500 are lighter than Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earbud: 5.4 g
Charging case: 8 cm x 3.09 cm x 3.49 cm / 35 g
Colour Black 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 SHB2505BK 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 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
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 SHB2505BK are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Diaphragm 6 mm 5.8 mm Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-C500.
Magnet Material NdFeB Neodymium
MICROPHONE Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK Sony WF-C500
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK Sony WF-C500
Controls Multiple function button Volume, voice assistant
CABLE Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK Sony WF-C500
Cable Type USB charge cable - detachable USB-C charge cable - detachable
FEATURES Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK Sony WF-C500
Voice Control Indirect -
Intelligent Assistant Siri, Google Assistant -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK Sony WF-C500
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 15 hour(s) 10 hour(s) Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WF-C500.
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: up to 10 hours
Continuous talk: up to 5 hours
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) 2.5 hour(s) Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK recharge faster than Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK.
CONNECTIONS Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK Sony WF-C500
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only)
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Philips UpBeat SHB2505BK Sony WF-C500
Included Accessories 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), charging case Charging case
Compatibility - Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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