Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-CH500 and Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT. 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 QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Weight | 140 g | 180 g | Sony WH-CH500 are lighter than Sony WH-CH500 headphones. |
Colour | Black | Grey | Blue | Black | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | 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 QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | - | |
Ear Cups Type | Closed | - | |
Foldable | - | Yes | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 4.1 | Sony WH-CH500 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC | SBC | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | Both headphones offer the same frequency response. |
Max Input Power | - | 40 mW | |
Sensitivity | - | 96 dB/mW | |
Impedance | - | 32 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 30 mm | 40 mm | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-CH500. |
Magnet Material | Ferrite | - | |
In-Cord Volume Control | - | Yes |
MICROPHONE | Sony WH-CH500 | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | Condenser | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Omni-directional | Omni-directional | |
Frequency Response | 50 - 8000 Hz | 50 - 4000 Hz | Sony WH-CH500 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT. |
Sensitivity | - | -36 dB |
REMOTE CONTROL | Sony WH-CH500 | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off | Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track |
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CABLE | Sony WH-CH500 | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Cable Type | Micro-USB cable - 50 cm | Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm |
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Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WH-CH500 | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headphone battery lithium polymer | |
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Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | 20 hour(s) | Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge. |
Standby Time | 200 hours | - | |
Voltage Provided | 3.7 / 5 V | - | |
Charging Time | 4.5 hour(s) | 4 hour(s) | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT recharge faster than Sony WH-CH500. |
Power Consumption | 0.7 Watt | - |
CONNECTIONS | Sony WH-CH500 | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Connector Type | USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B) Bluetooth |
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OTHERS | Sony WH-CH500 | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Compatibility | iPhone, Android phone, Mac, Windows | - | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | - |