Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless vs. KEF M500

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless and KEF M500. 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

Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless vs. KEF M500 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless KEF M500
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headset - wired
Series PXC -
Weight 227 g 208 g KEF M500 are lighter than Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless headphones.
Colour - Classic
Body Material - Aluminium alloy
Recommended Use Home audio, portable electronics Portable electronics, phone
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless KEF M500
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Device ID Profile (DIP) -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology NoiseGard active noise compensation -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 17 - 23000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless offer a larger frequency range than KEF M500.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.5% -
Sensitivity 110 dB 103 dB Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless have higher sensitivity than KEF M500.
Impedance 490 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm - 40 mm
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless KEF M500
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - On-cable
Microphones Included 3 -
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless KEF M500
Controls Volume Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless KEF M500
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable
USB cable - detachable
2 x headset cable - 1.3 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless KEF M500
Features Voice alerts -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless KEF M500
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 30 hour(s) -
Charging Time 3 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless KEF M500
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless KEF M500
Included Accessories Carrying case, audio cable, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter, USB charge cable Protective case, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter
Software Included CapTune -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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