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JVC HA RX500 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£25Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

JVC HA RX500 Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.3

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 54% of models
Score components

80%

5.7

Technical score

20%

8.4

User score

â–²Better than 54% of headphones
5.7

Technical score

Technical score
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

52%

6.4

Sound

20%

5.0

Features

10%

6.7

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.0

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 58% of headphones
8.4

User score

User score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

7.9

Number of reviews

Based on 1,630 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–²Better than 79% of headphones
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones JVC HA RX500

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components:

52%

6.4

Sound

20%

5.0

Features

10%

6.7

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.0

Calls & Controls

5.7
User score
User score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

7.9

Number of reviews

Based on 1,630 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.4
Popularity
Popularity
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 75% of models
Popularity:
JVC HA RX500 has a popularity score of 7.9 points, which is higher than that of 75.2% of products in this category.
7.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components:

60%

6.3

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.4
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
â–¼ Worse than 27% of models
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
Driver size
40 mm
â–² Better than 29% of models
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.6% of headphones and equal to 53.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Number of drivers
1
â–¼ Worse than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
10 Hz
Lowest frequency
10 Hz
â–² Better than 67% of models
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 10 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 67.2% of headphones and equal to 12.6% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
Noise-canceling microphone
no
â–¼ Worse than 39% of models
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
no
Can be used as a headset
no
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while 15.1% is. 84.9% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
0
Number of microphones
0
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 73.2% of headphones and equal to 26.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
Boom microphone
no
â–¼ Worse than 14% of models
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
N/A
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Connectivity
wired
Connectivity
wired
â–¼ Worse than 49% of models
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
Multipoint support
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
yes
Ambient sound mode
yes
â–² Better than 75% of models
This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode. 75.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
EQ support
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
Companion app
no
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
no
Voice assistant support
no
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
Quick charge
no
â–¼ Worse than 33% of models
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
JVC
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
194 g
Weight
194 g
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 194 g, lighter than 58.3% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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JVC HA RX500 vs the average pair of headphones

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  • Ambient sound mode
    Ambient sound mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    Lowest frequency
    10 Hz
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    10 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Has a 3.5mm male connector
    yes
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 2.3 m longer cable length
    Cable length
    3.5 m
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <1.2 m – >3 m
    This pair of headphones offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (3.5 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
    3.5 m vs 1.2 m
  • Sidetone support
    Sidetone
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This pair of headphones supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.
  • 3 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Sensitivity
    105 dB/mW
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <94 dB/mW – >115 dB/mW
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 3.6x cheaper
    JVC HA RX500 is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£25 vs £90).
    £25 vs £90
  • 12x higher input power handling
    Max input power
    1,200 mW
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <10 mW – >1.6k mW
    This pair of headphones has a higher max input power than the average pair of headphones (1200 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
    1,200 mW vs 100 mW
  • 3.6x cheaper
    JVC HA RX500 is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£25 vs £90).
    £25 vs £90
  • 2.3 m longer cable length
    Cable length
    3.5 m
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <1.2 m – >3 m
    This pair of headphones offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (3.5 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
    3.5 m vs 1.2 m
  • 11% lower weight
    Weight
    194 g
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <14 g – >340 g
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (194 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    194 g vs 218 g
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    Lowest frequency
    10 Hz
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    10 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 3 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Sensitivity
    105 dB/mW
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <94 dB/mW – >115 dB/mW
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 12x higher input power handling
    Max input power
    1,200 mW
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <10 mW – >1.6k mW
    This pair of headphones has a higher max input power than the average pair of headphones (1200 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
    1,200 mW vs 100 mW
  • 2,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Highest frequency
    22,000 Hz
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <20k Hz – >40k Hz
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (22000 Hz vs 20000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20000 Hz.
    22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 15 dB higher max SPL
    Max SPL
    125 dB
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <95 dB – >126 dB
    This pair of headphones has a higher max SPL than the average pair of headphones (125 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    125 dB vs 110 dB
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Has a 3.5mm male connector
    yes
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • Sidetone support
    Sidetone
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This pair of headphones supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Ambient sound mode
    Ambient sound mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • No voice assistant support
    Voice assistant support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • Fixed cable
    Detachable cable
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • Not headset-ready
    Can be used as a headset
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • No battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Number of microphones
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <0 – >4
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • No travel bag
    Travel bag included
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • Fixed cable
    Detachable cable
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • No travel bag
    Travel bag included
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • No battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • Not headset-ready
    Can be used as a headset
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Number of microphones
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <0 – >4
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • No voice assistant support
    Voice assistant support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.

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headfonia.com
21/06/2017
Summary of the review
Wayback Wednesday: Victor/JVC HA-FX500
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leclaireur.fnac.com
04/01/2019
Summary of the review
JVC HA-RX500 Review: Great Value for This Wired Headphone", "JVC HA-RX500 Lab Test: A Good Budget Wired Headphone
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Third-party reviews

Based on 1,630 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: June 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about JVC HA RX500

  • Exceptional value for money, frequently cited as punchy and high-quality for its low price point
  • Comfortable for long sessions thanks to cushioned ear cups, a padded headband, and a twist-action structure
  • Extra-long 3.5m cable provides great flexibility for home use, such as watching TV or gaming from a distance
  • Lightweight design makes them easy to wear without significant head pressure or fatigue
  • Good sound isolation and minimal leakage, effectively blocking out ambient noise
  • Impressive bass and overall clear audio reproduction for various genres like metal, rock, and jazz

What we don't like about JVC HA RX500

  • Build quality feels somewhat 'cheap' due to the primarily plastic construction
  • Durability issues noted over time, specifically with ear padding peeling or the plastic frame cracking
  • High-end frequencies can sound slightly 'dull' or lacking in detail compared to higher-priced models
  • Bulky, non-foldable design and excessive cable length make them inconvenient for portable or commuting use
  • Ears can feel warm or 'sweaty' after several hours of continuous wear

Verdict

The JVC HA-RX500 is a full-size, closed-back headphone designed for high-quality sound reproduction featuring large 40mm neodymium driver units and a wide frequency response of 10Hz to 22,000Hz. Its primary characteristics include an 'Ear Direct' structure with inclined drivers for more direct sound transmission and a 'Twist Action' mechanism for enhanced comfort during long listening sessions. Main pros include a lightweight 194g build, an extra-long 3.5m cord with a gold-plated plug, and the inclusion of a 6.3mm adapter, making it highly versatile for home audio use. However, some cons include a bulky design that is not foldable, making it less portable for commuting, and some users note that the all-plastic construction and padding may lack long-term durability compared to premium models.

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