Sony - WF-C500

Truly Wireless Earbuds With IPX4 Rating

Sale price₹ 5,990 Regular priceMRP: ₹ 8,990
Discontinued
This product is permanently discontinued by the manufacturer and continues to live on in Headphone Zone's Museum.

Unfortunately, even if we desire to, we won't be able to resurrect this product. The Museum is where we pay our respects to end-of-life, old, archived, but not forgotten products. This page was made with a lot of love and will live on for posterity. What to say, we're sentimental people. 😔

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Customer Reviews

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Vijay Naik (Pune)
Gr8 ear bud

It's amazing earbud gr8 quality.
The only drawback is that it force you install sony app to connect to mobile

Hey there,

We really appreciate the genuine feedback! Your review will definitely help fellow audiophiles to make an informed decision.

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Saikumar Konuku (Nellore)
Good 💯

They are working fine ❤️ head phone zone your efforts in delivering good products to customers are very much appreciated.

Wow! Your positive review made our day! Thank you for recognising our efforts to provide a great shopping experience! So delighted that you are loving your purchase. We value your feedback and can't wait to have you back!

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Suhas Jadhav (Mumbai)
Its amazing

This product just keeps me calm and relaxed, sound stage is damn good.
Loved the product.
But after few months right ear bud not working well as i can not link it with the case. It does not charge or connect with its case. Hope sony team will work on it..

Thank you for your kind words! We are sorry to hear that the earbuds aren't working well for you. We would love to help troubleshoot the issue if we can.

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Arunkumar A Ammasi (Chennai)
Really Had a good Experience

Just wanted to say WoW !

Hey Arunkumar, thanks a lot for your amazing review!

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willy chowalloor (Thrissur)
Sooper Sony brand

Smooth audio, easy to connect, excellent battery life, best microphone and perfect in every manner... ❤️this product

Thank you for the review! we appreciate it.

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Daniyal Rais (Delhi)

Disappointed this time

Hey there, it's sad to see that the product is not meeting your expectations. Feel free to let us know what went wrong with your purchase and we will try and make your experience any better.

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Harinandan H (Bengaluru)
Happy with the purchase

The sound is crisp and clear. The headphones are comfortable on the ear as well. Gread sound scope

Hey Harinandan, thank you so much for the awesome review!

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Faiz Iqbal (Thrissur)

Sony - WF-C500

Hey there, thank you for your lovely ratings!

Why Sony is Special

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Designed in Japan

Established & Reputed

Trust us, our reputation in the audio world speaks for itself!


This headphone or gear comes from a well-respected brand known for its high-quality audio equipment, so you can be confident in your purchase.


If you see a product marked as “🎖️ Established & Reputed”, it means you're getting a top-tier device from a brand that's earned its stripes in the audio industry.

Revered by Audiophiles

Audiophiles can be really picky and tough to impress and if the audiophile community says something sounds good, you can bet it's great!


This headphone or gear has gained recognition and admiration from audiophiles, who are known for their discerning taste in high-fidelity audio. They appreciate its precision, attention to detail and its ability to deliver an immersive sonic experience.


If you see a product marked as "🙌🏻 Revered by Audiophiles", it means that it meets the highest standards of sound quality and performance, making it a top choice for anyone who values exceptional audio experiences.

Specialist

A masterpiece from the experts who know audio inside and out!


This headphone or gear is crafted by specialists who know their stuff, ensuring every detail is perfect.


If you see a product marked as “🌟 Specialist”, it means you're choosing a device designed by experts who specialize in creating this specific category of device.

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Born in 1946

Why we love this TWS

Value for Money

Great sound always doesn't have to come with a fancy price tag.


Every once in a while we come across a product that give you a lot more value for the price.


If you see products marked as "🥜 Value For Money" you can be sure you're getting a great bang for your buck.

Ideal for Beginners

Lost in the Audio Maze? Let Us Guide Your Beginner Audiophile Journey!


If you are a newcomer in the audio world, this headphone or gear is a stepping stone for those overwhelmed by the plethora of options available.


If you see a product marked with “🌱 Ideal for Beginners," it indicates that this device is perfect for starting your audiophile journey.

Ideal for Travel

Your travel playlist needs the perfect companion.


This headphone or gear is crafted to be your trusty travel sidekick, blending compact design with superior audio for those long trips.


If you see a product marked with “🧳 Ideal for Travel", you can enjoy uninterrupted, top-quality sound on the go, making your adventures even more enjoyable and immersive!

Works for Taking Calls

Incoming calls, but no microphone? No problem, I’ve got you covered! 


This headphone or gear seamlessly works for taking an incoming call while listening to music, allowing you to handle calls effortlessly while connected to your source device.


If you see an IEM marked with “☎️ Works for Taking Calls" it means you can seamlessly take calls or attend online conferences, ensuring smooth communication without hassle.

Battery Life

No need to be connected to the power socket with these devices.


This headphone or gear promises long-lasting battery performance, ensuring your device keeps up with your adventures without missing a beat.


If you see products marked as “⏳ Battery Life”, be rest assured that you'll enjoy extended usage time, whether it's for uninterrupted music playback, extended gaming sessions, or all-day productivity, keeping you powered up throughout your day.

Use Wirelessly with Bluetooth

Enjoy the convenience of seamless wireless connectivity


This headphone or gear indicates that the product supports wireless connectivity via Bluetooth, freeing you from the tangles of cords and cables.


If you see products marked as “✂️ Use Wirelessly with Bluetooth”, enjoy the freedom to stream music, make calls, and more, all without being tethered to your device, giving you the flexibility to move around and multitask with ease.

Wireless Range

Break free from cords and groove to your beats.


This headphone or gear ensures your music never stops, even without a wired connection, thanks to its impressive wireless range.


If you see a product marked with ”📶 Wireless Range", you can enjoy uninterrupted music playback or stay connected to your devices from a distance, giving you the freedom to move around.

IPX Rating

Elements can not hamper your music listening experience.


This headphone or gear has a designated IPX Rating, indicating its level of water and sweat resistance for use in various conditions.


If you see a product marked with "☔ IPX Rating”, it means you can enjoy your music without fretting about water splashes or sweat, making it ideal for workouts, outdoor adventures and everyday use.

Why it Sounds Amazing

Dynamic Driver

The dynamic powerhouse of your sound


This headphone or gear houses dynamic driver speaker unit that produces sound, delivering a punchy and energetic audio experience.


If you see a product marked with “🔈 Dynamic Driver” you're in for lively bass, clear mids and vibrant highs, making your music come alive with every beat!

Balanced Sound Signature

Perfectly Balanced, Accurately Presented.


This headphone or gear delivers a perfectly balanced audio profile, with highs, mids, and lows in sweet equilibrium.


If you see products marked as “⚖️ Balanced Sound Signature”, you’re set to enjoy a well-rounded listening experience where no single element overpowers the others, making your music sound just as the artist intended.

Thick Bass / Kickass Bass

There are some headphones that just knock your socks off with high and impactful bass. There’s only one way to describe it - Kickass.


This headphone or gear is engineered to deliver powerful and thumping bass that adds an extra punch to your music, making every beat come alive.


If you see a product marked with "💣 Kickass Bass", it means this device is perfect for bass enthusiasts for an immersive audio experience that will make your music feel more intense and impactful.

Smooth & Sweet Treble

Seeking something that sounds smooth to your ears and devoid of harshness?


This headphone or gear is designed to deliver high frequencies that are gentle on the ears, offering a listening experience that's both refined and delightful.


If you see a product marked with "🍦 Smooth & Sweet Treble," it indicates that this device offers treble that is smooth and sweet, ensuring your music is free of harshness and full of clarity, perfect for those who love crisp and detailed highs.

Like a Party in your Head

Looking for something that brings the party straight to your ears with your favourite music?


This headphone or gear is designed and tuned to deliver party-like sound quality, making your listening experience lively and energetic.


If you see a product marked with “🎉 Like a Party in Your Head", it indicates that this product provides an exhilarating audio experience, perfect for those who love vibrant and dynamic music sessions.

Aggressive and Energetic

Ready for an audio adrenaline rush?


This headphone or gear is built to deliver powerful, high-energy sound that keeps you on the edge of your seat, perfect for those who crave a thrilling, dynamic listening experience.


If you see a product marked as "🧨 Aggressive and Energetic”, it means this device pumps out intense, vibrant audio, ensuring your music is always lively and exhilarating.

The Sony WF-C500 makes for a comfortable commuting and workout companion. They're very portable, have a long continuous battery life, and offer decent isolation and snug fit, so they should stay in place during a run. They're well-built and rated IPX4 for resistance against being splashed with water.
RAGHAV SOMANI

About RAGHAV SOMANI

Raghav Somani is the Founder & CEO of Headphone Zone. An avid audiophile and musician since 2008, his choice of headphones include STAX Electrostats, Audeze LCD 3, and for music on the go, the JH Audio Roxanne + Astell&Kern SP1000 is never too far away. On his playlist, you'll find A.R. Rahman, Michael Jackson, and the Eagles.

ENJOY A DELIGHTFUL LISTENING EXPERIENCE WITH THE DIGITAL SOUND ENHANCEMENTENGINE

Sony introduces the all-new WF-C500 true wireless earbuds. Designed with the latesttechnology and embedded with Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), the WF-C500 deliver high-quality soundthat's rich in detail and clarity. The Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) restores high-frequency soundand fine fade-out sound to the track for a more authentic listening experience. This is supported by the5.8mm driver and Neodymium magnets embedded in the earbuds to truly deliver an immersive listeningexperience with pristine sound and low distortion.

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TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR SOUND WITH THE DEDICATED APP AND EXPERIENCE 360 REALITYAUDIO

Sony WF-C500 has been designed to deliver an immersive and crystal clear audioexperience. Along with the DSEE tech, you can also tailor your sound to your preference with the SonyHeadphones Connect App. Through the app you can choose from a variety of presets to match the sound qualitywith the genre of music you're listening to or create and save your own presets using the EQ Custom featureon the Sony Headphones Connect app. The WF-C500 earbuds also support 360 Reality Audio. With this feature,you can submerge yourself in sound all around you with a concert experience.

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STABLE BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY WITH SUPPORT FOR VOICE ASSISTANT FOR CONVENIENCE

Sony WF-C500 headphones come equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 technology forconnectivity with various devices. The Bluetooth chip utilised in the WF-C500 offers reliable connectivityby transmitting sound to the left and right ears simultaneously. This is further supported by an optimisedantenna design embedded in the earbuds to ensure the transmission has low latency and a highly stableconnection. The WF-C500 now come with support for Voice Assistant feature with one button press, connectingyou instantly to your smartphone’s voice assistant so you can find directions, play music and much more.

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FEATURES A HIGH-QUALITY MICROPHONE FOR COMMUNICATION WITH EASY ONE-BUTTONOPERATION

The Sony WF-C500 has been engineered not just for listening to music but as ahigh-quality communication device too. The WF-C500 features a high-quality built-in microphone that picks upvoice very efficiently and allows for conversation to flow freely with easy and clear hands-free calling.This is truly useful as you don’t have to worry about removing the buds to answer your calls. The SonyWF-C500 features a button on the buds to elevate the functionality of the earbuds. This button lets youplay, stop, or skip through tracks and adjust the volume and access your smartphone’s voice assistant andmake and receive calls hands-free.

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FAST PAIR, SWIFT PAIR AND SINGLE BUD OPERATION FOR EASY CONNECTIVITY ANDMULTI-TASKING

Sony WF-C500 comes with Fast Pair tech that makes it easy to pair your headphoneswith your Android devices. Also, you can easily locate where you left your headphones by ringing them orchecking their last known location on your smartphone. You also get Swift Pair to easily pair your WF-C500headphones with your Windows 10 computer via Bluetooth. Pop-up pairing guidance appears on nearby Windows 10devices when pairing mode is selected. Now with the WF-C500, you can use a single bud to enablemulti-tasking and allow the other bud to charge on the case.

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10 HOURS OF BATTERY LIFE + ADDITIONAL 10 HOURS ON THE CASE WITH QUICK CHARGINGCAPABILITY

Get up to 20 hours of battery life with the Sony WF-C500 earbuds. These earbudsoffer up to 10 hours of continuous playback with an additional 10 hours on the handy charging case. Thecylindrical charging case is extremely small and easy to carry around in a pocket or bag so you can takeyour earbuds everywhere you go. Its translucent lid with a texture like frosted glass gives the case astylish, luxurious look and feel. The WF-C500 also offers quick charging capability. The Quick chargingfeature gives you up to 60 minutes of playback on a 10-minute charge.

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LIGHTWEIGHT AND ERGONOMICALLY DESIGNED WITH AN IPX4 RATING FOR EVERYDAY USE

The team of product designers at Sony have studied and surveyed huge amounts ofdata relating to ear shapes from around the world to design the WF-C500. The WF-C500 headphones is aproduct of that research, combining a shape that matches the ear cavity with a new ergonomic surfacedesign for a more stable fit. Designed to be lightweight, these buds fit securely and comfortably inyour ears. The rounded shape without edges makes them a pleasure to wear, leaving you free to focus onwhat matters – your music. To elevate the design even further the WF-C500 features an IPX4splash-resistant design. This allows you to wear the WF-C500 when you go out for a walk or at home whenyou’re getting some chores done, without the worry of sweat or getting splashed with water.

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1 Year Warranty

Don't sweat it, this Sony - WF-C500 comes with a 1 Year warranty from Sony that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

Read more about Sony's warranty in India.

A Legacy of Innovation in Personal Audio

Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Minato City, Tokyo, Sony stands as a Japanese multinational giant with a diverse portfolio ranging from consumer electronics to entertainment and financial services. The company made a significant mark on the audio landscape in 1979 with the introduction of the world's first portable music player, the legendary Sony Walkman®. This groundbreaking device sparked a revolution, redefining personal audio experiences and setting the stage for Sony's ongoing impact on the industry.

Sony's influence extends far beyond the Walkman® era, with its headphones and earphones becoming iconic choices for users worldwide. Products like the Sony WH-1000XM4 and Sony WF-1000XM4 exemplify the brand's commitment to audio excellence, featuring cutting-edge technologies such as adaptive sound control and top-tier noise cancellation. Sony continues to lead not only in headphones but across various domains, maintaining a reputation for innovation, quality, and responsiveness to evolving consumer needs.

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The Verge

"Battery life has also improved slightly to an impressive 10 hours of continuous playback, and the C500s offer easy-to-use controls with large buttons on each earbud."

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Headfonia

"Sensible compromises make these Sonys real competitors in the budget true wireless earbuds arena. Compact and comfortable design Spirited, well-balanced sound, Fine control app."

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What Hi-Fi

"The Sony WF-C500 makes for a comfortable commuting and workout companion. Decent isolation helps account for a bit of that while the lightweight design is easily worn all day long."

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Inner Fidelity

"Yes, making the WF-C500 so affordable has led to compromises - but Sony’s kept them to a minimum, and delivered a very perky sound from very comfortable earbuds. Informative, organized and lively sound."

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The Verge

"The no-frills Sony WF-C500 true wireless earbuds deliver excellent audio you can tune to your liking for a relatively low price. Excellent audio with rich bass and crisp highs."

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Headfonia

"The Sony WF-C500 are great for sports and fitness. They're very portable, have a long continuous battery life, and are decently stable, so they should stay in place during a run."

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What Hi-Fi

"Sony WF-C500 truly wireless earbuds come with IPX4 water resistance. It can withstand both splashes and sweat. The earbuds feature a comfortable, compact and stylish design."

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