IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
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 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 Sony WF C500, Beats Fit 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
The Sony WF C500 have a weight of 10.8g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
The Beats Fit Pro, at 11.2g
are heavier than the Sony WF C500 with a difference of 0.4g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Sony WF C500 are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds .
Beats Fit Pro also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the 2 earbuds together. Sony WF C500 have sweat resistance
Beats Fit Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Sony WF C500 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 Beats Fit Pro and Sony WF C500 have stereo speakers
Sony WF C500 sit well in place, creating a sound covering that tones down background noise well as preventing the device sound from leaking out at the same. Both Beats Fit Pro, and Sony WF C500 have passive noise reduction this means that they limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. The Sony WF C500 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, the unit size dictates the loudness of the device. Beats Fit Pro driver unit is 9.5mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Sony WF C500 by 3.7mm
, many people have a misconception 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.
The Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it. Beats Fit Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
The Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. Beats Fit Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices generate equal treble
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. Beats Fit Pro's battery life is
less than that of Sony WF C500 by 3 hours
. Every 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.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Sony WF C500's case is said to have a charge of 10 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself. Beats Fit Pro's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours,
more than that of Sony WF C500 by 11 hours
It takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the Sony WF C500's battery.
It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Beats Fit Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Sony WF C500 by 1.5 hours
Sony WF C500 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.
Beats Fit Pro too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. The Sony WF C500 support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Beats Fit Pro too support USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. 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. Beats Fit Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5,
equal to that of the Sony WF C500
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Sony WF C500 have a 9meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Beats Fit Pro have a maximum range of 10meters,
longer than that of Sony WF C500 by 1meters
Sony WF C500 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.
Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Sony WF C500 will work well with your iPad. 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.
The Beats Fit Pro 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. Sony WF C500 have 2 microphones.
The Beats Fit Pro microphones are 6,
more than that of Sony WF C500 by 4
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds. The Sony WF C500 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.
The Beats Fit Pro support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just 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.
The Sony WF C500 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Beats Fit Pro also have this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.
With the Sony WF C500, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. Beats Fit Pro too have a control panel on them. 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.
If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs. Beats Fit Pro have a warranty period of 1Years,
equal to that of the Sony WF C500
.
The Sony WF C500 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
The Beats Fit Pro too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the device. Sony WF C500 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Beats Fit Pro too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
