A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds ipX4

Sony WF C500 ipX4

Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IPX4, the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Compared to the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds, Sony WF C500 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Weight

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds ✗

Sony WF C500 10.8g

Sony WF C500 have a weight of 10.8g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to carry.

Has No Wires Or Cables

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together.

Sony WF C500 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds are resistant to sweat

Sony WF C500's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Sony WF C500 also have stereo speakers

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Has Passive Noise Reduction

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds ✗

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Sony WF C500 sit well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces background noise well as preventing the device voice audio from leaking out at the same.

Driver Unit Size

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds 13mm

Sony WF C500 5.8mm

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds have a unit size of 13mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the sound produced by the earbuds.

Sony WF C500 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds by 7.2mm , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds 20hz

Sony WF C500 20hz

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds 20,000hz

Sony WF C500 20,000hz

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds 91db/mw

Sony WF C500 ✗

The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds's measurement is 91dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

Has A Neodymium Magnet

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds ✗

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Sony WF C500 have neodymium magnets, if used in audio devices produce a higher sensitivity and substantial sound output while using less power. They can help produce music at quite a high SPL, with the use of high magnetic flux.

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Battery Life

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds 3hours

Sony WF C500 10hours

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds's battery life is 3 hours, these last less than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Sony WF C500's battery life is more than that of Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds by 7 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds 13hours

Sony WF C500 10hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds's case is said to have a charge of 13 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.

Sony WF C500's charging case has a battery life of 10 hours, less than that of Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds by 3 hours

Charge Time

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds 1.5hours

Sony WF C500 2.5hours

It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Sony WF C500 takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds by 1 hours

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your device and case.

Sony WF C500 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Sony WF C500 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds v5

Sony WF C500 v5

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Sony WF C500 has a Bluetooth version of 5, equal to that of the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds 10meters

Sony WF C500 9meters

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Sony WF C500 have a maximum range of 9meters, less than that of Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds by 1meters

Has Aac

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds will work well with your iPad. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Sony WF C500 support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

Audio Latency

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds 60ms

Sony WF C500 ✗

Latency refers to the time it takes for the audio signal to be transmitted to your earbuds. Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds have a latency of 60ms, a lower latency reduces audio lag and is particularly important when playing games or watching videos.

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Number Of Microphones

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds 2only

Sony WF C500 2only

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds have 2 microphones.

Sony WF C500 microphones are 2, equal to that of the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.

Mic Sensitivity

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds -42dbv/pa

Sony WF C500 ✗

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds microphone sensitivity is measured at -42dBV/Pa. The size of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the microphone can pick up.

Highest Mic Frequency

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds 5,000hz

Sony WF C500 ✗

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds's highest mic frequency is 5,000Hz, high frequencies are best for recording treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is known as its upper limiting frequency.

Lowest Mic Frequency

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds 300hz

Sony WF C500 ✗

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds's lowest mic frequency is 300Hz, low frequencies are best for picking up bass. The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing them

Supports Fast Charging

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds ✗

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Sony WF C500 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge a device.

Has A Mute Function

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds ✗

Sony WF C500 ✓

Sony WF C500 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

The Sony WF C500 too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds 2years

Sony WF C500 1years

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.

When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs. Sony WF C500 have a warranty period of 1Years, less than that of Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds by 1 Years .

Has Voice Prompts

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

The Sony WF C500 too have voice prompts meaning the device will notify you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds come with a special case. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them inside your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Sony WF C500 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds	Sony WF C500
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	ipX4	ipX4
	weight	✗	10.8g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has passive noise reduction	✗	✓
	driver unit size	13mm	5.8mm
	lowest frequency	20hz	20hz
	highest frequency	20,000hz	20,000hz
	sound pressure level	91db/mw	✗
	has a neodymium magnet	✗	✓
POWER	battery life	3hours	10hours
	battery life of charging case	13hours	10hours
	charge time	1.5hours	2.5hours
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	9meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	audio latency	60ms	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	2only	2only
	mic sensitivity	-42dbv/pa	✗
	highest mic frequency	5,000hz	✗
	lowest mic frequency	300hz	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✗
	supports fast charging	✗	✓
	has a mute function	✗	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2years	1years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Has A Neodymium Magnet

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Audio Latency

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Mic Sensitivity

Highest Mic Frequency

Lowest Mic Frequency

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Supports Fast Charging

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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