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AKG Y500 Wireless vs Wavefun Wave Pro X: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Wavefun Wave Pro X comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 89. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Wavefun Wave Pro X - Outstanding overall at around $130.

Score breakdown

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

Wavefun Wave Pro X leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • AKG Y500 Wireless
  • Wavefun Wave Pro X
HearWiki score
61
89
Sound
6.7
8.5
Noise cancelling
-
8.0
Battery
6.3
9.5
Calls
5.8
7.5
Value
-
9.0
Price (USD)
$70
$130

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Half a step newer

Wavefun Wave Pro X (2026) against AKG Y500 Wireless (2018). The Wavefun Wave Pro X edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 6.0 against 4.2. It also adds Wireless charging, USB-C, Wear detection and Transparency mode.

  • Y500 Wireless2018
  • Wave Pro X20268 yr newer
What differsY500 WirelessWave Pro X

Platform

Bluetooth
4.2
6.0

Everyday features

Wireless charging
No
Yes
USB-C
No
Yes
Wear detection
No
Yes
Transparency mode
No
Yes

Specifications

Y500 WirelessWave Pro X
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$70
$130
HearWiki score
61
89
Released
2018
2026
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
40 mm driver
2× 40 mm dynamic
Driver type
-
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
16 Hz - 22 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
-
Sensitivity
117 dB/mW
-
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)
117
-
Bluetooth
4.2
6.0
Codecs
AAC
-
Multipoint pairing
Yes
-
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
33 h
100 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
60 h
Full charge time
150 min
-
Quick charge
5 min → 1 h
-
Wireless charging
No
Yes
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
none
-
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Companion app
No
-
Custom EQ
No
-
Wear detection
No
Yes
Controls
buttons
-
Weight
230 g
-
Water resistance
none
-
Foldable
-
Yes
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
No
Yes
Model code
AKGY500BTBLK
-
Mic sensitivity
-42 dBV
-

What reviewers said

AKG Y500 Wireless

The AKG Y500 Wireless is a lightweight, on-ear headphone that offers a stylish design and an impressive 33-hour battery life, making it a strong contender for budget-conscious travelers. While its sound is generally clear and detailed, especially in wired mode, the lack of noise isolation and limited codec support hold it back from being a top performer. It provides solid value for its price, though comfort and wireless performance may vary depending on user preference.

  • Pro:Excellent battery life of 33 hours
  • Pro:Lightweight and compact design
  • Pro:Supports both wireless and wired connections
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or passive isolation
  • Con:Limited to AAC codec support
  • Con:Controls can be quirky and unintuitive

Wavefun Wave Pro X

The Wavefun Wave Pro X is a versatile over-ear wireless headphone with a claimed 100-hour battery life (60 with ANC on), Bluetooth 6.0, and a foldable design for portability. It features active noise cancellation, transparency mode, wear detection, and a detachable cable for wired use, making it a strong budget-friendly option for everyday listening.

  • Pro:Exceptional 100-hour battery life (60 with ANC)
  • Pro:Includes ANC, transparency mode, and wear detection
  • Pro:Foldable design with USB-C and wireless charging
  • Con:No mention of high-resolution codec support in specs
  • Con:Frequency response range is standard, not extended
  • Con:Plastic build may feel less premium at this price

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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