KEF M500 vs. Sony MDR XB950N1

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of KEF M500 and Sony MDR XB950N1. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

KEF M500 vs. Sony MDR XB950N1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS KEF M500 Sony MDR XB950N1
Product Type Headset - wired Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 208 g 290 g KEF M500 are lighter than KEF M500 headphones.
Colour Classic Black | Green
Body Material Aluminium alloy -
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY KEF M500 Sony MDR XB950N1
Headphones Form Factor On-ear On-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes - KEF M500 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony MDR XB950N1 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC)
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - Extra Bass
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Sony MDR XB950N1 offer a larger frequency range than KEF M500.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Sensitivity 103 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm -
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE KEF M500 Sony MDR XB950N1
Type On-cable -
REMOTE CONTROL KEF M500 Sony MDR XB950N1
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume control
CABLE KEF M500 Sony MDR XB950N1
Cable Type 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB cable
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING KEF M500 Sony MDR XB950N1
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 22 hour(s)
Charging Time - 7 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS KEF M500 Sony MDR XB950N1
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS KEF M500 Sony MDR XB950N1
Included Accessories Protective case, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter Carrying pouch
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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