KEF M500 vs. Sony MDR XB550AP

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of KEF M500 and Sony MDR XB550AP. 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

KEF M500 vs. Sony MDR XB550AP Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS KEF M500 Sony MDR XB550AP
Product Type Headset - wired Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 208 g 180 g Sony MDR XB550AP are lighter than KEF M500 headphones.
Colour Classic Black | Red | White | Green | Blue
Body Material Aluminium alloy -
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY KEF M500 Sony MDR XB550AP
Headphones Form Factor On-ear On-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable Yes - KEF M500 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - Extra Bass
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 5 - 22000 Hz Sony MDR XB550AP offer a larger frequency range than KEF M500.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Sensitivity 103 dB 102 dB/mW KEF M500 have higher sensitivity than Sony MDR XB550AP.
Impedance 32 Ohm 24 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm PET - 30 mm KEF M500 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR XB550AP.
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE KEF M500 Sony MDR XB550AP
Type On-cable -
REMOTE CONTROL KEF M500 Sony MDR XB550AP
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Answer/end
CABLE KEF M500 Sony MDR XB550AP
Cable Type 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m Headphones cable - Y-type - L shaped
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Plated Connector Gold Gold
CONNECTIONS KEF M500 Sony MDR XB550AP
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS KEF M500 Sony MDR XB550AP
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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