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Sony Wf C500 Review

Last updated on Aug 18, 2024   7 minute read
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Sony WF C500

Sony WF C500

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Reasons why you might like the Sony WF C500

Overall Score 6 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.

  • Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating of IPX4
  • Battery Life of 10 hours
  • Has Usb Type-C
  • Number Of Microphones of 2 only

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

Having a value of IPX4, the Sony WF C500's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. Sony WF C500 have a weight of 10.8g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with.

True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Sony WF C500 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together. Sony WF C500 have sweat resistance Sony WF C500 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Sony WF C500's 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 sit well in place, creating a sound covering that reduces background sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out . 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 produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the sound produced by the device. Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device produces high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. Sony WF C500's battery life is 10 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.

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Sony WF C500's case is said to have a full charge of 10 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself. It requires 2.5 hours to fully charge the Sony WF C500's battery.

It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. The Sony WF C500 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your earbuds and case.

Sony WF C500 have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. The Sony WF C500 have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Sony WF C500 have a 9meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Sony WF C500 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.



Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Sony WF C500 will work fine with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Sony WF C500 have 2 microphones.

The Sony WF C500 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device. Sony WF C500 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

With the Sony WF C500, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. The Sony WF C500 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 that has followed instruction manuals. Sony WF C500 support voice prompts.

Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Sony WF C500 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

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