Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 vs. Shure SRH940

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 and Shure SRH940. 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

Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 vs. Shure SRH940 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 Shure SRH940
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 26 cm
Width - 25.7 cm
Depth - 10.5 cm
Weight 155 g 322 g Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 are lighter than Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 headphones.
Colour White | Grey Silver
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Recommended Use - Professional audio, home audio
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 Shure SRH940
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes Shure SRH940 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response - 5 - 30000 Hz
Max Input Power - 1000 mW
Sensitivity - 100 dB/mW
Impedance - 42 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium magnet
MICROPHONE Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 Shure SRH940
Form Factor Built-in -
REMOTE CONTROL Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 Shure SRH940
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track -
CABLE Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 Shure SRH940
Cable Type - Headphones cable - detachable - coiled - 3 m
Headphones cable - detachable - 2.5 m
Cable Length - 3 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 Shure SRH940
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 18 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 Shure SRH940
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 Shure SRH940
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 Shure SRH940
Included Accessories - Carrying case, 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter, velour ear pads
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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