Sony WH-CH500 vs. Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-CH500 and Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+. 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. Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-CH500 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Height - 20.4 cm
Width - 19.5 cm
Depth - 4.8 cm
Weight 140 g 290.3 g Sony WH-CH500 are lighter than Sony WH-CH500 headphones.
Colour Black | Grey | Blue Matte black
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-CH500 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 -
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, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ 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 Sound Pressure - 115 dB
Diaphragm 30 mm 40 mm Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-CH500.
Magnet Material Ferrite -
MICROPHONE Sony WH-CH500 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
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 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Controls Volume, power on/off Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button, Microsoft Teams button
CABLE Sony WH-CH500 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - 50 cm Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Sony WH-CH500 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Features - Wear detection
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-CH500 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 18.5 hour(s) Sony WH-CH500 lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 18.5 hours
Continuous talk: up to 15 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Voltage Provided 3.7 / 5 V -
Charging Time 4.5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ recharge faster than Sony WH-CH500.
Power Consumption 0.7 Watt -
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-CH500 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Connector Type USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Sony WH-CH500 Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Included Accessories - Carrying case, Surface USB Link
Compatibility iPhone, Android phone, Mac, Windows iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows
Software Certification - Certified for Microsoft Teams
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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