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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony WH-CH500 | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack | |
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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 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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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 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Omni-directional | - | |
Frequency Response | 50 - 8000 Hz | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | Sony WH-CH500 | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off | Volume |
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CABLE | Sony WH-CH500 | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT |
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Cable Type | Micro-USB cable - 50 cm | Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm |
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Plated Connector | - | Gold |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WH-CH500 | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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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 |
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Connector Type | USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B) Bluetooth |
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | Sony WH-CH500 | Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT |
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Included Accessories | - | Protective pouch | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, Android phone, Mac, Windows | - | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year |