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

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro IPX7

Sony WF C500 IPX4

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

Having a value of IPX4, the Sony WF C500's rating for solids indicates 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.

In comparison to the Sony WF C500, Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a rating of IPX7 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro has a higher liquid rating than Sony WF C500

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 12.6g

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 move with.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, at 12.6g are heavier than the Sony WF C500 with a difference of 1.8g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Sony WF C500 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Sony WF C500 have sweat resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant.

Has Stereo Speakers

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Sony WF C500 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Sony WF C500's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

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

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

ANC uses advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have Active Noise Cancellation allowing 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 sounds.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Sony WF C500 stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces background noise well as preventing the device sound from leaking out at the same.

Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, and Sony WF C500 have passive noise reduction which means that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 11mm

Sony WF C500 5.8mm

The Sony WF C500 have a unit size of 5.8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size determines the sound made by the device.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Sony WF C500 by 5.2mm , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20Hz

Sony WF C500 20Hz

The Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20,000Hz

Sony WF C500 20,000Hz

Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component generates high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal treble

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Battery Life

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 8hours

Sony WF C500 10hours

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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery life is less than that of Sony WF C500 by 2 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20hours

Sony WF C500 10hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Sony WF C500's case has 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.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours, more than that of Sony WF C500 by 10 hours

Charge Time

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 1hours

Sony WF C500 2.5hours

It takes 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 when they have been unused for long periods.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Sony WF C500 by 1.5 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Sony WF C500 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your device and charging case.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Sony WF C500 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro v5

Sony WF C500 v5

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.

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

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 10meters

Sony WF C500 9meters

The Sony WF C500 have a 9meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, longer than that of Sony WF C500 by 1meters

Has Aac

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Sony WF C500 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 the same bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Sony WF C500 will work fine with your MacBook. 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 Samsung Galaxy Buds 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.

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Number Of Microphones

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 6only

Sony WF C500 2only

Sony WF C500 have 2 microphones.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphones are 6, more than that of Sony WF C500 by 4 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound.

Mic Sensitivity

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro -26dBV/Pa

Sony WF C500 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphone sensitivity is measured at -26dBV/Pa. The magnitude 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 voice that the microphone can recognize.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 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 Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Sony WF C500 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds.

Also the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too 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 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2only

Sony WF C500 ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

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

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also support the mute function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Sony WF C500, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2Years

Sony WF C500 1Years

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 following instruction manuals.

If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a warranty period of 2Years, more than that of Sony WF C500 by 1 Years .

Has Voice Prompts

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Sony WF C500 support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Sony WF C500 come with a special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your bag without a cover can easily damage them.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro	Sony WF C500
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX7	IPX4
	weight	12.6g	10.8g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	is dust proof and water-resistant	✓	✗
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✗
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	5.8mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
POWER	battery life	8hours	10hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	10hours
	charge time	1hours	2.5hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	9meters
	has aac	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	2only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✗
	mic sensitivity	-26dBV/Pa	✗
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	1Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Sony Wf C500 Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

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

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

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