AKG K 500 vs Alienware Pro Wireless: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the AKG K 500 vs Alienware Pro Wireless, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Over-Ear

AKG K 500

Not yet scored

$130

Full review data

Over-Ear

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Alienware Pro Wireless leads on 7 of 7 measures.

AKG K 500
Alienware Pro Wireless

HearWiki score

Sound

8.7

Noise cancelling

8.1

Battery

9.1

Calls

8.7

Value

8.6

Price (USD)

$130

$120

Specifications

K 500Pro Wireless

Type: Over-Ear; Over-Ear
Price (USD): $130; $120
HearWiki score: Not scored; 86
Released: 1991; 2024
Availability: Discontinued; Still sold new
Driver: -; 50 mm driver
Driver size: -; 50 mm
Drivers per side: -; 1
Frequency response: -; 20 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance: 120 Ω; 32 Ω
Bluetooth: -; 5.3
Codecs: -; SBC
Multipoint pairing: -; No
Battery life: -; 70 h
Battery life (ANC on): -; 35 h
Quick charge: -; 15 min → 6 h
Active noise cancelling: No; Yes
Transparency mode: -; Yes
Weight: 230 g; 310 g
USB-C: -; Yes
Pad material: -; leatherette
Clamp force: -; 365 g
Microphones: -; 2
Call noise reduction: -; Yes
Call NR technology: -; AI ENC

Specification comparison of AKG K 500 vs Alienware Pro Wireless
Spec	AKG K 500	Alienware Pro Wireless
Type	Over-Ear	Over-Ear
Price (USD)	$130	$120
HearWiki score	Not scored	86 / 100 Outstanding
Released	1991	2024
Audio
Driver	-	50 mm driver
Driver size	-	50 mm
Drivers per side	-	1
Frequency response	-	20 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance	120 Ω	32 Ω
Wireless
Bluetooth	-	5.3
Codecs	-	SBC
Multipoint pairing	-	No
Battery
Battery life	-	70 h
Battery life (ANC on)	-	35 h
Quick charge	-	15 min → 6 h
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	Yes
Transparency mode	-	Yes
Design
Weight	230 g	310 g
USB-C	-	Yes
Pad material	-	leatherette
Clamp force	-	365 g
Calls
Microphones	-	2
Call noise reduction	-	Yes
Call NR technology	-	AI ENC

What reviewers said

AKG K 500

The AKG K 500 is a vintage open-back over-ear headphone from the early 1990s, designed for wired use with a high 120-ohm impedance. It offers a wide frequency range from 15 to 27,000 Hz, making it suitable for detailed listening with a compatible amplifier. Its lightweight 230-gram build and open-back design prioritize airy, natural sound over isolation.

Pro:Open-back design delivers spacious, natural soundstage
Pro:Lightweight at 230 grams for comfortable extended wear
Pro:Wide frequency response covers deep bass to crisp treble

Con:Requires a powerful amplifier due to 120-ohm impedance
Con:No noise isolation; leaks sound in and out
Con:Limited availability as a discontinued model from 1991-1992

Alienware Pro Wireless

Its leatherette pads and moderate 310g weight aim for comfort during long sessions, while the 2.4GHz wireless option and USB-C charging add versatility for desk and on-the-go use. Sound quality is generally strong, but the microphone performance and a single SBC codec limit keep it from being a flawless all-rounder.

Pro:Excellent battery life, especially with ANC off
Pro:Comfortable leatherette ear pads for long wear
Pro:Active noise cancellation and transparency mode included

Con:Microphone quality is underwhelming for the price
Con:Only SBC codec support limits high-res wireless audio
Con:No multipoint connection for seamless device switching

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