Jbl Tune 520Bt Vs. Sony Wh Ch520 Review In Detail

Weight

JBL Tune 520BT 160g

Sony WH CH520 147g

JBL Tune 520BT have a weight of 160g, these weigh below 320g, which we consider as the highest average a headphone should weigh for comfort during long use. We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

Sony WH CH520, at 147g are lighter than the JBL Tune 520BT with a difference -13g

Has A Detachable Cable

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

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, JBL Tune 520BT are one of those.

Can Be Folded

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

JBL Tune 520BT are foldable, which makes them more portable. Foldable headphones are easier to transport and take up less storage space.

Has A Tangle Free Cable

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Twisted headphone cables can be a great source of annoyance and inconvenience, JBL Tune 520BT's cable is designed to minimize tangling. Constant twisting of the cables can also lead to bends 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

JBL Tune 520BT ✗

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

Cable Length

JBL Tune 520BT 1.2meters

Sony WH CH520 ✗

A long cable ensures more freedom of movement, but remember that every cable based on the conducting material used has a certain amount of parasitic resistance, inductance, and capacitance. How much depends on the length and construction. JBL Tune 520BT comes with a 1.2meters cable.

Has An On-Ear Foam

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

On-ear headphones have smaller earpads that sit on top of your ears, this JBL Tune 520BT 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.

Sony WH CH520 too have an on-ear form. These headphones don't seal your ears and are usually lightweight and sleek.

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

JBL Tune 520BT have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Sony WH CH520 and JBL Tune 520BT have stereo speakers

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Has Passive Noise Reduction

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Passive Noise Cancellation uses well-designed ear cups to seal out unwanted noise. This is used for both in-ear earphones and over-ear headphones where the headphone itself will keep surrounding noise out. The JBL Tune 520BT 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

JBL Tune 520BT 20Hz

Sony WH CH520 20Hz

Low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component reproduces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on the way through. JBL Tune 520BT'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 means that both devices produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

JBL Tune 520BT 20,000Hz

Sony WH CH520 20,000Hz

High frequency response measures if and how well an audio device reproduces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on the way through. JBL Tune 520BT'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 implies that both devices produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JBL Tune 520BT 103dB/mW

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, JBL Tune 520BT's measurement is 103dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

Sony WH CH520's sound pressure level measurement is 97dB/mW.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Tune 520BT 30mm

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. JBL Tune 520BT driver unit is 30mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.

Sony WH CH520 driver unit is 30mm in diameter, making both devices similar in how loud their sound gets , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty reproducing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better sound.

Impedance

JBL Tune 520BT 32Ohms

Sony WH CH520 35Ohms

Defined as the device's resistance to the electromagnetic current, when electricity flows through a conductor, it experiences electrical resistance that counters the flow of current. The resistance of a wire is measured in ohms. JBL Tune 520BT's impedance is 32Ohms, the lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power.

Sony WH CH520's impedance is 35Ohms. The impedance of earbuds is the electrical resistance of the driver unit present on the inside.

Has A Neodymium Magnet

JBL Tune 520BT ✗

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Neodymium magnets when used in audio devices produce a higher sensitivity and substantial sound output while using less power. 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

JBL Tune 520BT 57hours

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. JBL Tune 520BT's battery life is 57 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

JBL Tune 520BT 2hours

Sony WH CH520 3hours

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Tune 520BT'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

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

JBL Tune 520BT have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate 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

JBL Tune 520BT 450mAh

Sony WH CH520 400mAh

Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. JBL Tune 520BT's battery power is 450mAh, more battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.

Sony WH CH520's battery power is 400mAh.

Has A Rechargeable Battery

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

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. JBL Tune 520BT'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

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

JBL Tune 520BT can be used wirelessly, wireless devices allow you more freedom of movement not limited by a cable.

The Sony WH CH520 also can be used wirelessly

Bluetooth Version

JBL Tune 520BT v5.3

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. JBL Tune 520BT has a v5.3

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

Has Usb Type-C

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

JBL Tune 520BT 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 Aac

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

JBL Tune 520BT 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.

The Sony WH CH520 support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL Tune 520BT 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 JBL Tune 520BT 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

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Number Of Microphones

JBL Tune 520BT 2only

Sony WH CH520 1only

JBL Tune 520BT have only 2 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.

Mic Sensitivity

JBL Tune 520BT -29dBV/Pa

Sony WH CH520 ✗

The magnitude of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with that input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. Microphone sensitivity is a measurement of a microphone's efficiency as a transducer (how well it converts acoustical energy to electrical energy). JBL Tune 520BT microphone sensitivity is measured at -29dBV/Pa

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Multipoint Count

JBL Tune 520BT 2only

Sony WH CH520 2only

JBL Tune 520BT 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

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

There is a control panel on the JBL Tune 520BT 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

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

JBL Tune 520BT 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

Warranty Period

JBL Tune 520BT 1years

Sony WH CH520 ✗

The period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals. When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. JBL Tune 520BT have a warranty period of 1 years

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Category	Features	JBL Tune 520BT	Sony WH CH520
DESIGN	weight	160g	147g
	has a detachable cable	✓	✗
	can be folded	✓	✗
	has a tangle free cable	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✗	✓
	cable length	1.2meters	✗
	has an on-ear foam	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	103dB/mW	97dB/mW
	driver unit size	30mm	30mm
	impedance	32Ohms	35Ohms
	has a neodymium magnet	✗	✓
POWER	battery life	57hours	40hours
	charge time	2hours	3hours
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
	battery power	450mAh	400mAh
	has a rechargeable battery	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	can be used wirelessly	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.3	v5.2
	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	has aac	✓	✓
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	2only	1only
MICROPHONE	mic sensitivity	-29dBV/Pa	✗
EXTRAS	multipoint count	2only	2only
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	can be used as a headset	✓	✓
	warranty period	1years	✗
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