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Updated April 11, 2024·
If priority is on cutting-edge features like active noise canceling, wireless connectivity with low latency, and health-focused AI technology, the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro stands out, especially for an immersive experience during exercise, travel, and focused listening sessions. However, if budget is a concern and you prefer open-back headphones for natural sound and wider soundstage, which are good for home music-listening and TV without a need for noise isolation, the Philips SHP9500 offers great value. The SHP9500 lacks a microphone, app support, and wireless option, making it less versatile compared to the feature-rich MW75-Neuro. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro
- Very good for phone calls
- Excellent for gaming
- Very good for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Philips SHP9500
- Excellent for music
Key differences
Music
7.8
9.2
The Philips SHP9500 is excellent for music, while the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is good.
Gaming
9.3
7.2
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is excellent for gaming, while the Philips SHP9500 is good.
Phone Calls
8.8
4.9
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is very good for phone calls, while the Philips SHP9500 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.4
8.0
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Philips SHP9500 is very good.
Noise Reduction
8.3
2.5
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is very good for noise reduction, while the Philips SHP9500 is poor.
Battery
32.0 Hours
N/A
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro has 32 hours of battery life. The Philips SHP9500 does not have a battery.
Cost
$649
$48
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The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro has a price of $649 and the Philips SHP9500 costs $48.
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Key similarities
TV and Video
9.3
9.0
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro and Philips SHP9500 are both excellent for TV and video.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro and Philips SHP9500 both have very good build quality.
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How the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro and the Philips SHP9500 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro | Philips SHP9500 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$649 | $48 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Master & Dynamic | Philips | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2024 | August 1, 2013 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.9/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8.8/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9.4/10 | 7.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9.3/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.2/10 | 4.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 32 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 3 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.1 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.4/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 10/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 338 Grams | 294.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | N/A | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Brian Stone | April 2020
"You can’t go wrong with the Philips SHP9500 for their price. Their audio quality is superb, and the fact that you can use them for just about anything you can think of makes them well worth your money"
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About Philips
Philips is a Dutch conglomerate and electronics manufacturer with over 130 years of history. Philips makes the Fidelio audio line which includes several models of full-sized wired and wireless headphones, true wireless earbuds. soundbars and wireless speakers.
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