A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Sennheiser CX 500BT IPX4

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro IPX4

IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the Sennheiser CX 500BT'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 Sennheiser CX 500BT, Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 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

Sennheiser CX 500BT 12g

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 12.2g

The Sennheiser CX 500BT have a weight of 12g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to carry.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro, at 12.2g are heavier than the Sennheiser CX 500BT by of 0.2g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Sennheiser CX 500BT are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds .

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the 2 earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

Sennheiser CX 500BT have sweat resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Sennheiser CX 500BT have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Active noise cancellation uses advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.

Sennheiser CX 500BT have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have ANC making both earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that suits your travel or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

The Sennheiser CX 500BT sit well in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces your environment sounds well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✗

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 11mm

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size corellates with the sound produced by the earbuds.

Lowest Frequency

Sennheiser CX 500BT 5Hz

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

The Sennheiser CX 500BT's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Highest Frequency

Sennheiser CX 500BT 21000Hz

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

The Sennheiser CX 500BT's highest frequency is at 21000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device makes high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.

Sound Pressure Level

Sennheiser CX 500BT 94dB/mW

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, Sennheiser CX 500BT's measurement is 94dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

Sennheiser CX 500BT 8hours

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 7hours

Sennheiser CX 500BT's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro's battery life is less than that of Sennheiser CX 500BT by 1 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Sennheiser CX 500BT 16hours

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 21hours

This is given by the vendor, and Sennheiser CX 500BT's case has a full charge of 16 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours, more than that of Sennheiser CX 500BT by 5 hours

Charge Time

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✗

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 0.52hours

It takes 0.52 hours to fully charge the Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Has Wireless Charging

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✗

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Sennheiser CX 500BT have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your device and case.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Sennheiser CX 500BT use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Sennheiser CX 500BT v5.2

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro v5.2

The Sennheiser CX 500BT have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the Sennheiser CX 500BT . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Sennheiser CX 500BT 10meters

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 10meters

The Sennheiser CX 500BT have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Sennheiser CX 500BT

Has Aac

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

Sennheiser CX 500BT 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 the same bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Sennheiser CX 500BT will work fine with your MacBook. If you are planning 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.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

The Sennheiser CX 500BT support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro support APTX Adaptive as well which implies that both can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio from other devices.

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Number Of Microphones

Sennheiser CX 500BT 4only

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 6only

The Sennheiser CX 500BT have 4 microphones.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro microphones are 6, more than that of Sennheiser CX 500BT by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Sennheiser CX 500BT have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.

Highest Mic Frequency

Sennheiser CX 500BT 10000Hz

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

Sennheiser CX 500BT's highest mic frequency is 10000Hz, high frequencies are best for recording treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its upper limiting frequency.

Lowest Mic Frequency

Sennheiser CX 500BT 100Hz

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

Sennheiser CX 500BT's lowest mic frequency is 100Hz, low frequencies are best for recording bass. The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

The Sennheiser CX 500BT support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing them

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

The Sennheiser CX 500BT have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Sennheiser CX 500BT have a find earbuds feature.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to help you find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

The Sennheiser CX 500BT support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds.

Also the Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✗

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 2only

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Sennheiser CX 500BT have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also support this function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

With the Sennheiser CX 500BT, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Sennheiser CX 500BT 2Years

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

The Sennheiser CX 500BT 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.

Has Voice Prompts

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Sennheiser CX 500BT have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Sennheiser CX 500BT ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Sennheiser CX 500BT come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your bag without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Sennheiser CX 500BT	Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX4
	weight	12g	12.2g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✗
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	✗	11mm
	lowest frequency	5Hz	✗
	highest frequency	21000Hz	✗
	sound pressure level	94dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	8hours	7hours
	battery life of charging case	16hours	21hours
	charge time	✗	0.52hours
	has wireless charging	✗	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✗
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	4only	6only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	highest mic frequency	10000Hz	✗
	lowest mic frequency	100Hz	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	✗	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2Years	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by feature comparison

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 Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Aptx Adaptive

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Highest Mic Frequency

Lowest Mic Frequency

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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