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Philips SHQ5200 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90Form factor:on-earConnectivity:wirelessBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Philips SHQ5200 Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Philips SHQ5200
5.4/10

Overall score

Score
5.4/ 10
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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–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

80%

4.9

Technical score

20%

7.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 90% of headphones
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 10
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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–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

5.4

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 84%
4.9

Technical score

Technical score
4.9/ 10
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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 94% of models
Score components

52%

4.7

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

7.9

Design

8%

5.5

Connectivity

6%

4.9

Battery

4%

3.8

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 94%
7.5

User score

User score
7.5/ 10
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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–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

6.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 75%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Philips SHQ5200

Technical score
Technical score
4.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components:

52%

4.7

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

7.9

Design

8%

5.5

Connectivity

6%

4.9

Battery

4%

3.8

Calls & Controls

4.9
User score
User score
7.5/ 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–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

6.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.5
Popularity
Popularity
6.7/ 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 60% of models
Popularity:
Philips SHQ5200 has a popularity score of 6.7 points, which is higher than that of 60.3% of products in this category.
6.7
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

70%

5.4

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.8
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
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
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
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
18 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 18 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 49.6% of headphones and equal to 3.6% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
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
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
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
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
wireless
This pair of headphones supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 49.2% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
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
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
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
Philips
Form factor
on-ear
Weight
102 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 102 g, lighter than 78.4% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
open-back
Clamp force
?
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Philips SHQ5200 vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • 53.2% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (102 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    102 g vs 218 g
  • More flexible connectivity
    This pair of headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    wireless vs wired
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    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.
  • Open-back design
    This pair of headphones uses an open-back design, while the average pair of headphones does not. 9.1% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • Water resistance
    This pair of headphones is water resistant, the average pair of headphones is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • 53.2% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (102 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    102 g vs 218 g
  • Open-back design
    This pair of headphones uses an open-back design, while the average pair of headphones does not. 9.1% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • Water resistance
    This pair of headphones is water resistant, the average pair of headphones is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • More flexible connectivity
    This pair of headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    wireless vs wired
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    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.
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 1.7 % higher distortion
    This pair of headphones has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (2 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    2 % vs 0.3 %
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • Fixed cable
    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
    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
    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
  • Tangle-prone cable
    This pair of headphones uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 7% worse value for money
    Philips SHQ5200 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (6.79 vs 7.3).
    6.79 vs 7.27
  • 7% worse value for money
    Philips SHQ5200 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (6.79 vs 7.3).
    6.79 vs 7.27
  • 7% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 10
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    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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    Philips SHQ5200
    the average pair of headphones
    Philips SHQ5200 has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (7.48 vs 8).
    7.48 vs 8
  • Fixed cable
    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.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    This pair of headphones uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 1.7 % higher distortion
    This pair of headphones has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (2 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    2 % vs 0.3 %
  • 9 dB lower max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a lower max SPL than the average pair of headphones (101 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    101 dB vs 110 dB
  • 1 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (101 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    101 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Not headset-ready
    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
    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
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

trustedreviews.com
20/08/2013
Full review · Sports on-ear headphones
Verdict
The Philips ActionFit SHQ5200 is light and comfortable for the gym, but disappointing sound and heavy leakage make it hard to recommend.
pocket-lint.com
30/07/2013
Hands-on review · Sports on-ear headphones
Verdict
The Philips ActionFit SHQ5200 sounds good with plenty of bass and stays dry in rain, but it may slip off for people with short hair.
high-tech-out.net
23/11/2014
Hands-on test · Sports on-ear headphones
Verdict
The Philips ActionFit SHQ5200 is a light, stable on-ear sports pair that stays put while running, but its sound lacks clarity and it has no remote.
audiocasque.fr
16/04/2014
Full review · Sports on-ear headphones
Verdict
The Philips ActionFit SHQ5200 is very light and comfortable for runners who avoid earbuds, with good bass, but it leaks sound and falls short of sports earphones.
L
leclaireur.fnac.com
16/11/2016
Summary of the review
Lab Test of the Philips SHQ5200 ActionFit
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Philips SHQ5200

  • Ultra-lightweight design (99g) making them barely noticeable during use
  • Sweat-resistant and rain-proof (IPX rating), ideal for outdoor sports
  • Open-back design allows for situational awareness of surroundings while running
  • Moisture-wicking, detachable, and washable ear cushions for better hygiene
  • Snug and secure fit for most users during high-intensity exercise
  • Kevlar-reinforced cable with a two-part modular design for versatile use with armbands

What customers don't like about Philips SHQ5200

  • Significant sound leakage due to the open-back design, making them unsuitable for quiet public spaces
  • Headband can slip forward, particularly for users with shorter hair
  • Lack of passive or active noise isolation
  • Audio quality may suffer from distortion at high volume levels
  • Non-detachable main cable can be a point of failure if damaged
  • Some users find the fit too tight for long-duration casual listening

Verdict

The Philips ActionFit SHQ5200 is an ultra-lightweight 99g on-ear sports headphone featuring 40mm neodymium drivers that deliver a frequency response of 18Hz to 21,000Hz with a sensitivity of 101dB and 32-ohm impedance. Designed for high-intensity workouts, it boasts an open acoustic system for environmental awareness, a non-slip silicone-grip headband, and a durable 1.2m Kevlar-reinforced cable. Its primary advantages include moisture-wicking, detachable, and washable ear cushions that ensure hygiene and comfort, alongside a water-resistant and rain-proof build. However, its open-back design leads to significant sound leakage at higher volumes, and the lack of an integrated microphone or in-line controls limits its utility for hands-free calling.

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