Sony MDR ZX220BT vs. KEF M500

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR ZX220BT and KEF M500. 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

Sony MDR ZX220BT vs. KEF M500 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR ZX220BT KEF M500
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headset - wired
Weight 130 g 208 g Sony MDR ZX220BT are lighter than Sony MDR ZX220BT headphones.
Colour Grey | Blue | Black Classic
Body Material - Aluminium alloy
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics, phone
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR ZX220BT KEF M500
Headphones Form Factor On-ear On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Sensitivity 100 dB 103 dB KEF M500 have higher sensitivity than Sony MDR ZX220BT.
Impedance 24 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 30 mm 40 mm KEF M500 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR ZX220BT.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Sony MDR ZX220BT KEF M500
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - On-cable
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Frequency Response 100 - 4000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR ZX220BT KEF M500
Controls Volume control Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Sony MDR ZX220BT KEF M500
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - detachable 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR ZX220BT KEF M500
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion -
Battery Life 8 hour(s) -
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR ZX220BT KEF M500
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR ZX220BT KEF M500
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sony MDR ZX220BT KEF M500
Included Accessories - Protective case, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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