In depth comparison and review of Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 and Skullcandy SLYR PRO. 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 | Skullcandy SLYR PRO |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | - | 19.4 cm | |
Width | - | 18.4 cm | |
Depth | - | 9.5 cm | |
Weight | 155 g | 276 g | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 are lighter than Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 headphones. |
Colour | White | Grey | Black digi hype | |
Earpad Material | Memory foam | Memory foam | |
Protection | - | Water-resistant | |
Design | - | Games | |
Recommended Use | - | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | - | Yes | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | 10 m | The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same. |
SOUND QUALITY | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 | Skullcandy SLYR PRO |
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Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Foldable | - | Yes | Skullcandy SLYR PRO can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 5.2 | Skullcandy SLYR PRO have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500. |
Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Skullcandy SLYR PRO are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | Skullcandy Supreme Sound®, Enhanced Sound Perception | |
Frequency Response | - | 20 - 20000 Hz | |
Impedance | - | 34 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 50 mm | Skullcandy SLYR PRO have a thicker diaphragm than Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium |
MICROPHONE | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 | Skullcandy SLYR PRO |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in & removable boom | |
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Type | - | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | - | Bi-directional |
REMOTE CONTROL | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 | Skullcandy SLYR PRO |
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Controls | Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track | Volume, mute button |
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CABLE | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 | Skullcandy SLYR PRO |
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Cable Type | - | Headset cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.2 m |
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Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
FEATURES | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 | Skullcandy SLYR PRO |
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Features | - | Mute LED indicator, Multipoint Pairing, automatic device switching, Clear Voice Smart Mic |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 | Skullcandy SLYR PRO |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headset battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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Battery Life | 18 hour(s) | 20 hour(s) | Skullcandy SLYR PRO lasts longer on a single charge than the Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500. |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (with 10 min charge): up to 2 hours |
WIRELESS LINK | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 | Skullcandy SLYR PRO |
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Transmission Range | 10 m | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 | Skullcandy SLYR PRO |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) | Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 500 | Skullcandy SLYR PRO |
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Included Accessories | - | Headset cable, USB-C to USB-A cable | |
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Compatibility | - | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, Windows, Android tablet | |
Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 1 year |