Sony WH-CH500 vs. Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-CH500 and Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT. 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

Sony WH-CH500 vs. Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-CH500 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 140 g 310 g Sony WH-CH500 are lighter than Sony WH-CH500 headphones.
Colour Black | Grey | Blue -
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-CH500 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WH-CH500.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC SBC, AAC, aptX
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 15 - 28000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT offer a larger frequency range than Sony WH-CH500.
Sensitivity - 99 dB/mW
Impedance - 38 Ohm
Diaphragm 30 mm 45 mm Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-CH500.
Magnet Material Ferrite -
MICROPHONE Sony WH-CH500 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-CH500 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Controls Volume, power on/off Volume
CABLE Sony WH-CH500 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-CH500 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 40 hour(s) Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-CH500.
Standby Time 200 hours -
Voltage Provided 3.7 / 5 V -
Charging Time 4.5 hour(s) 7 hour(s) Sony WH-CH500 recharge faster than Sony WH-CH500.
Power Consumption 0.7 Watt -
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-CH500 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Connector Type USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sony WH-CH500 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Included Accessories - Protective pouch
Compatibility iPhone, Android phone, Mac, Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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