Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless Vs. Jbl Tune 520Bt Review In Detail

Weight

JBL Tune 520BT 160g

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 213g

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless have a weight of 213g, 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 better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

JBL Tune 520BT, at 160g are lighter than the Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless by -53g

Has A Detachable Cable

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✓

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, Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless are one of those.

With a detachable cable, JBL Tune 520BT too can use alternative cables and if the cable is pulled, it will pop out instead of breaking.

Can Be Folded

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless are foldable, which makes them more portable. Foldable headphones are easier to transport and take up less storage space.

The JBL Tune 520BT too can fold up, foldable headphones can reduce their size by 60% to 70% when folded.

Has A Tangle Free Cable

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✓

Twisted headphone cables can be a great source of annoyance and inconvenience, Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless'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 rendering your headphones defective.

JBL Tune 520BT too have a cable designed to help prevent tangles.

Cable Length

JBL Tune 520BT 1.2meters

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✗

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 Over-The-Ear Foam

JBL Tune 520BT ✗

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✓

Over-ear headphones have larger earpads that fit around your entire ear Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 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

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✗

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.

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✓

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

Both JBL Tune 520BT and Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless have stereo speakers

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Has Passive Noise Reduction

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✓

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 Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 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 JBL Tune 520BT isolates you from ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Lowest Frequency

JBL Tune 520BT 20Hz

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 20Hz

Low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component reproduces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on the way through. Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, the lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.

JBL Tune 520BT's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

JBL Tune 520BT 20,000Hz

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 20,000Hz

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

JBL Tune 520BT's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JBL Tune 520BT 103dB/mW

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 91.3dB/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 a way of getting 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, Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless's measurement is 91.3dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

JBL Tune 520BT's sound pressure level measurement is 103dB/mW.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Tune 520BT 30mm

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 40mm

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

JBL Tune 520BT driver unit is 30mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 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 yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better sound.

Impedance

JBL Tune 520BT 32Ohms

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 32Ohms

Impedance is the device's resistance to the electromagnetic current, when electricity flows through a conductor, it faces electrical resistance that counters the flow of current. The resistance of a conductor is measured in ohms. Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless's impedance is 32Ohms, the lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power.

JBL Tune 520BT's impedance is 32Ohms. The impedance of earbuds is the electrical resistance of the driver unit present on the inside.

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Battery Life

JBL Tune 520BT 57hours

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 36hours

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. Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless's battery life is 36 hours

JBL Tune 520BT's battery life is 57 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

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 2hours

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless'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.

JBL Tune 520BT takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 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.

JBL Tune 520BT 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

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 500mAh

Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless's battery power is 500mAh, more battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.

JBL Tune 520BT's battery power is 450mAh.

Has A Rechargeable Battery

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✓

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. Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless's battery can be recharged and used over again.

The JBL Tune 520BT too have a rechargeable battery.

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Can Be Used Wirelessly

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless can be used wirelessly, wireless devices allow you more freedom of movement.

The JBL Tune 520BT also can be used wirelessly

Bluetooth Version

JBL Tune 520BT v5.3

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless v5

Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless has a v5

JBL Tune 520BT has a Bluetooth version of v5.3. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Has Usb Type-C

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 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.

JBL Tune 520BT too have USB TYPE-C

Has Aac

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✗

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.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL Tune 520BT 10meters

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 10meters

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

The JBL Tune 520BT can connect at a 10meters distance via Bluetooth

Has A 3.5Mm Male Connector

JBL Tune 520BT ✗

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✓

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. Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 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

JBL Tune 520BT 2only

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 1only

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless have only 1 microphones, more microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.

The JBL Tune 520BT microphones are only 2.

Mic Sensitivity

JBL Tune 520BT -29dBV/Pa

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✗

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

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✗

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.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✓

There is a control panel on the Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless 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 JBL Tune 520BT too have a control panel on them.

Can Be Used As A Headset

JBL Tune 520BT ✓

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✗

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.

Warranty Period

JBL Tune 520BT 1years

Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless ✗

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	Skullcandy Hesh Evo Wireless
DESIGN	weight	160g	213g
	has a detachable cable	✓	✓
	can be folded	✓	✓
	has a tangle free cable	✓	✓
	cable length	1.2meters	✗
	has an over-the-ear foam	✗	✓
	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	91.3dB/mW
	driver unit size	30mm	40mm
	impedance	32Ohms	32Ohms
POWER	battery life	57hours	36hours
	charge time	2hours	2hours
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
	battery power	450mAh	500mAh
	has a rechargeable battery	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	can be used wirelessly	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.3	v5
	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	has aac	✓	✗
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has a 3.5mm male connector	✗	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	2only	1only
MICROPHONE	mic sensitivity	-29dBV/Pa	✗
EXTRAS	multipoint count	2only	✗
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	can be used as a headset	✓	✗
	warranty period	1years	✗
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