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AKG K518 vs Sony MDR-V55

AKG K518 Headphones
AKG K518
Sony MDR-V55 Headphones
Sony MDR-V55
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Editiorial reviews
3
3 editorial reviews
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6
3.8 out of 5
3 user ratings
5 stars
33 %
4 stars
33 %
3 stars
33 %
2 stars
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1 stars
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User rating
38
4.4 out of 5
38 user ratings
5 stars
55 %
4 stars
31 %
3 stars
13 %
2 stars
0 %
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43
4.1 out of 5
43 user ratings
5 stars
34 %
4 stars
44 %
3 stars
16 %
2 stars
4 %
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Full Comparison

Technical details

AKG K518AKG K518
Sony MDR-V55Sony MDR-V55
StyleOver-EarOver-Ear
Connectivity technologyWiredWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)nono

Design

AKG K518AKG K518
Sony MDR-V55Sony MDR-V55
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Black,Blue
  • Black,Green
  • Black,Olive
  • Black,Red
  • Black,White
  • Blue
  • Green
  • Red
  • White
  • Yellow
  • Black
  • Black,Blue
  • Black,Red
  • Black,White
  • White
Acoustic designClosedClosed
Attachment typeHeadbandHeadband
Foldableyesyes
Connector contacts platingGoldGold

Dimensions

AKG K518AKG K518
Sony MDR-V55Sony MDR-V55
Weight5.29 oz7.76 oz

Sound

AKG K518AKG K518
Sony MDR-V55Sony MDR-V55
Impedance32.0 Ω40.0 Ω
Frequency range< 240005 - 25000
Driver technologyDynamicDynamic
Driver size1.57 in1.57 in
Maximum input power2000.0 mW1000.0 mW

Connectivity

AKG K518AKG K518
Sony MDR-V55Sony MDR-V55
Cable length2.51.2
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedyesno
Type of connector3.5mm3.5mm
USBnono
Detachable cablenono

Power

AKG K518AKG K518
Sony MDR-V55Sony MDR-V55
Battery operatednono
Power handling capacity2000.0 mW1000.0 mW

Pros & Cons

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