Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus Vs. Sony Wf C500 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus IPX2

Sony WF C500 IPX4

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

Having a value of IPX2, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 2 means that they are protected against drops falling when tilted at 15° in 4 fixed positions.

In comparison to the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, 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, Sony WF C500 has a higher liquid rating than Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 12.6g

Sony WF C500 10.8g

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a weight of 12.6g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with.

The Sony WF C500, at 10.8g weigh less than the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by -1.8g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds together.

Sony WF C500 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the two earbuds .

Wingtips Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.

Sweat Resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have sweat resistance

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

Has Stereo Speakers

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Sony WF C500 and Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have stereo speakers

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus sit tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down background noise and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out .

Both Sony WF C500, and Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

Sony WF C500 5.8mm

The Sony WF C500 have a unit size of 5.8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the sound produced by the earbuds.

Lowest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 20Hz

Sony WF C500 20Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates 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 means that both devices can produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 20,000Hz

Sony WF C500 20,000Hz

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device makes high human 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

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Battery Life

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 11hours

Sony WF C500 10hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery life is 11 hours, these last longer 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 have to charge the device less often.

Sony WF C500's battery life is less than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by 1 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 22hours

Sony WF C500 10hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's case is said to have a charge of 22 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.

Sony WF C500's charging case has a battery life of 10 hours, less than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by 12 hours

Charge Time

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 1hours

Sony WF C500 2.5hours

It takes 1 hours to fully charge the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery. It is recommended to charge fully 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 Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by 1.5 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and case.

Sony WF C500 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

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

Bluetooth Version

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus v5

Sony WF C500 v5

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Sony WF C500 has a Bluetooth version of 5, equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 10meters

Sony WF C500 9meters

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Sony WF C500 have a maximum range of 9meters, less than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by 1meters

Has Aac

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus will work well with your MacBook. 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.

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Number Of Microphones

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 6only

Sony WF C500 2only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have 6 microphones.

The Sony WF C500 microphones are 2, less than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by 4 . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

The Sony WF C500 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.

Has A Mute Function

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Sony WF C500 also have the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

With the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

Sony WF C500 also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 1Years

Sony WF C500 1Years

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a warranty period of 1 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 in the case of a malfunction. Sony WF C500 have a warranty period of 1Years, equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus .

Has Voice Prompts

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

Sony WF C500 too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus come with their own special case. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them in your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Sony WF C500 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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