Bose Quietcomfort Headphones Vs. Sony Wh Ch520 Review In Detail

Weight

Bose QuietComfort Headphones 236g

Sony WH CH520 147g

The Bose QuietComfort Headphones have a weight of 236g, these weigh below 320g, which we consider as the highest average a headphone should weigh for comfort during long use. We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

Sony WH CH520, at 147g are lighter than the Bose QuietComfort Headphones by -89g

Has A Detachable Cable

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

Detachable cables are cables that have connectors on both ends. One end goes into your headphone cups, while the other end is inserted into a source device. Some new headphones, and not just the expensive ones, are coming with detachable cables, Bose QuietComfort Headphones are one of those.

Has A Tangle Free Cable

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Twisted headphone cables can be a great source of annoyance and inconvenience, Bose QuietComfort Headphones's cable is designed to minimize tangling. Constant twisting of the cables can also lead to microfractures in the copper wires, affecting sound quality, or completely damaging your headphones.

Sony WH CH520 too have a cable designed to help prevent tangles.

Sweat Resistance

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✗

Sony WH CH520 ✓

By sweat resistance we mean that the wireless earbuds are protected in the presence of low-pressure water jets at any angle, this is determined by the IP Rating of the earbuds. Based on the ingress protection rating of the Sony WH CH520 they do have sweat resistance

Has An Over-The-Ear Foam

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

Over-ear headphones have larger earpads that fit around your entire ear Bose QuietComfort Headphones have a comfortable full-size form with earcups that fully enclose your ears. This design is loved for its increased sound isolation and the fact that it won't leak sound to your neighbors.

Has An On-Ear Foam

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✗

Sony WH CH520 ✓

On-ear headphones have smaller earpads that sit on top of your ears, this Sony WH CH520 comfortably rests on top of your outer ears. As it doesn't block out everything from the outside world, it's preferred in places like office environments and recommended for outdoor activities.

Has Stereo Speakers

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Headphones have stereo speakers, what this means is that Bose QuietComfort Headphones's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Sony WH CH520 and Bose QuietComfort Headphones have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Anc)

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

Active noise cancellation uses more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 outside (noise from your surrounding) and adding -1 inside (counter sound within the device) to make zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Bose QuietComfort Headphones allow you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the volume to overcome background noise.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Passive Noise Cancellation uses well-designed ear cups to seal out environment noise. This is used for both in-ear earphones and over-ear headphones where the headphone itself will keep surrounding noise out. The Bose QuietComfort Headphones sits tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces background noise and prevents your music from leaking out.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that also the Sony WH CH520 isolates you from ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Lowest Frequency

Bose QuietComfort Headphones 20Hz

Sony WH CH520 20Hz

Low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device reproduces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on the way through. Bose QuietComfort Headphones's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, the lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.

Sony WH CH520's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Bose QuietComfort Headphones 20,000Hz

Sony WH CH520 20,000Hz

High frequency response measures if and how well an audio component reproduces high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Bose QuietComfort Headphones's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, the higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.

Sony WH CH520's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✗

Sony WH CH520 97dB/mW

Sound pressure is the average variation in atmospheric pressure caused by the sound, the sound level .i.e how loud something is can be perceived differently by different people so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.

The sound pressure level, SPL, is the pressure level of a sound, measured in decibels, dB, Sony WH CH520's measurement is 97dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

Driver Unit Size

Bose QuietComfort Headphones 40mm

Sony WH CH520 30mm

The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size dictates the loudness of the headphone. Bose QuietComfort Headphones driver unit is 40mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.

Sony WH CH520 driver unit is 30mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Bose QuietComfort Headphones by 10mm , as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty reproducing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better sound.

Impedance

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✗

Sony WH CH520 35Ohms

Impedance is the device's resistance to the electromagnetic current, as electricity flows through a conductor, it faces electrical resistance that counters the flow of current. The resistance of a conductor is measured in ohms. Sony WH CH520's impedance is 35Ohms, the lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power.

Has A Neodymium Magnet

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✗

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Neodymium magnets when used in audio devices produce a higher sensitivity and substantial sound output using less power to do so. They can help produce music at quite a high sound pressure level, SPL, with the use of high magnetic flux. The Sony WH CH520 have this type of magnet.

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Battery Life

Bose QuietComfort Headphones 24hours

Sony WH CH520 40hours

If your headphones play wirelessly, cancel ambient noise, or enhance your listening experience with active features, their battery life will reduce over time. The device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Bose QuietComfort Headphones's battery life is 24 hours

Sony WH CH520's battery life is 40 hours. Each time you recharge your headphones, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first. But over a few years, you may find that your device, no longer plays for long like it used to.

Charge Time

Bose QuietComfort Headphones 2.5hours

Sony WH CH520 3hours

It takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the Bose QuietComfort Headphones's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the headphones for the first time or when they have been unused for extended periods.

Sony WH CH520 takes 3 hours to fully charge the battery

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Headphones have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your headphones.

Sony WH CH520 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your headphones, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

Battery Power

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✗

Sony WH CH520 400mAh

Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. Sony WH CH520's battery power is 400mAh, more battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.

Has A Rechargeable Battery

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

A rechargeable battery is a type of electrical battery that can be charged, discharged into a load, and recharged many times, as opposed to a disposable or primary battery, which is supplied fully charged and discarded after use. Bose QuietComfort Headphones's battery can be recharged and used over again.

The Sony WH CH520 too have a rechargeable battery.

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Can Be Used Wirelessly

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Headphones can be used wirelessly, wireless devices allow you more freedom of movement not restricted by a cable.

The Sony WH CH520 also can be used wirelessly

Uses 2.4Ghz Wireless

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

2.4GHz wireless is used for devices such as headsets such as the Bose QuietComfort Headphones, keyboards, and mice similar to Bluetooth but with a proprietary radio frequency. It typically offers better performance than Bluetooth, with low latency and good stability.

Bluetooth Version

Bose QuietComfort Headphones v5.1

Sony WH CH520 v5.2

Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Bose QuietComfort Headphones has a v5.1

Sony WH CH520 has a Bluetooth version of v5.2. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Has Usb Type-C

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Headphones support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power on a single cable. The USB-C plug is now part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets, it features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.

Sony WH CH520 too have USB TYPE-C

Has Aptx Adaptive

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

Bose QuietComfort Headphones support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.

Has Aac

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✗

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Sony WH CH520 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Bose QuietComfort Headphones 10meters

Sony WH CH520 10meters

Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology standard that is used for exchanging data between fixed and mobile devices over short distances. The Bose QuietComfort Headphones can connect at a 10meters distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device.

The Sony WH CH520 can connect at a 10meters distance via Bluetooth

Has A 3.5Mm Male Connector

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

Being an industry standard audio plug, a standard 3.5mm male connector is suitable for use with all MP3 players and computer sound cards. This means that it is commonly used in stereo headphones to your phone or connecting your phone to an external amplifier, sound bars, your car radio, etc. Bose QuietComfort Headphones has this connector giving it a wider range of connectivity with most of the sound devices out there. All plugs have at least a tip and sleeve with the number of rings that stand as a differentiating factor.

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Number Of Microphones

Bose QuietComfort Headphones 1only

Sony WH CH520 1only

Bose QuietComfort Headphones have only 1 microphones, more microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.

The Sony WH CH520 microphones are only 1.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

Bose QuietComfort Headphones use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

Bose QuietComfort Headphones support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard. It’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

Bose QuietComfort Headphones support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused, saving battery life and improving your listening experience while at it.

Has A Mute Function

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

Bose QuietComfort Headphones have a mute function, they have an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

Multipoint Count

Bose QuietComfort Headphones 2only

Sony WH CH520 2only

Bose QuietComfort Headphones support multipoint, which allows you to link to more Bluetooth devices and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Sony WH CH520 support multipoint count. Bluetooth multipoint would come in handy because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another device.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

There is a control panel on the Bose QuietComfort Headphones body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.

The Sony WH CH520 too have a control panel on them.

Can Be Used As A Headset

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Bose QuietComfort Headphones can be used as a headset. A headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for apps that require communication i.e. Zoom, Google Meet, Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones, etc.

Sony WH CH520 can be used as a headset. since they have a built-in microphone

Travel Bag Is Included

Bose QuietComfort Headphones ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

Carrying headphones without a case, or putting them in bags without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. The Bose QuietComfort Headphones come with their own special case or pouch, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Bose QuietComfort Headphones	Sony WH CH520
DESIGN	weight	236g	147g
	has a detachable cable	✓	✗
	has a tangle free cable	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✗	✓
	has an over-the-ear foam	✓	✗
	has an on-ear foam	✗	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (anc)	✓	✗
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	✗	97dB/mW
	driver unit size	40mm	30mm
	impedance	✗	35Ohms
	has a neodymium magnet	✗	✓
POWER	battery life	24hours	40hours
	charge time	2.5hours	3hours
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
	battery power	✗	400mAh
	has a rechargeable battery	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	can be used wirelessly	✓	✓
	uses 2.4ghz wireless	✓	✗
	bluetooth version	v5.1	v5.2
	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✗
	has aac	✗	✓
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has a 3.5mm male connector	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	1only	1only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✗
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✗
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	can be used as a headset	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✗
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