Sony Wh Ch520 Vs. Jbl Live 660Nc Review In Detail

Weight

JBL Live 660NC 265g

Sony WH CH520 147g

The Sony WH CH520 have a weight of 147g, 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 for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

The JBL Live 660NC, at 265g are heavier than the Sony WH CH520 by 118g

Has A Detachable Cable

JBL Live 660NC ✓

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 an audio source. Some new headphones, and not just the expensive ones, are coming with detachable cables, JBL Live 660NC are one of those.

Can Be Folded

JBL Live 660NC ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

JBL Live 660NC 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 Live 660NC ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Twisted headphone cables can be a great source of annoyance and inconvenience, Sony WH CH520'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 Live 660NC too have a cable designed to help prevent tangles.

Sweat Resistance

JBL Live 660NC ✗

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 Live 660NC 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 Live 660NC comes with a 1.2meters cable.

Has An Over-The-Ear Foam

JBL Live 660NC ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

Over-ear headphones have larger earpads that fit around your entire ear JBL Live 660NC 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 Live 660NC ✗

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

JBL Live 660NC ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Sony WH CH520 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.

The JBL Live 660NC also have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Anc)

JBL Live 660NC ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

Active noise cancellation uses more advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal 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 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

JBL Live 660NC 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

JBL Live 660NC ✓

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 Sony WH CH520 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 Live 660NC isolates you from ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Lowest Frequency

JBL Live 660NC 16Hz

Sony WH CH520 20Hz

Low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device reproduces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Sony WH CH520's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, the lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.

JBL Live 660NC's lowest frequency is at 16Hz, this implies that Sony WH CH520 got a juicier bass than the JBL Live 660NC

Highest Frequency

JBL Live 660NC 20,000Hz

Sony WH CH520 20,000Hz

High frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device reproduces high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Sony WH CH520's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, the higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.

JBL Live 660NC's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JBL Live 660NC 97dB/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 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, 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.

JBL Live 660NC's sound pressure level measurement is 97dB/mW.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Live 660NC 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. Sony WH CH520 driver unit is 30mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.

JBL Live 660NC driver unit is 40mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Sony WH CH520 by 10mm , 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better sound.

Impedance

JBL Live 660NC 32Ohms

Sony WH CH520 35Ohms

Defined as the device's resistance to the electromagnetic current, as electricity flows through a wire, it experiences 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.

JBL Live 660NC's impedance is 32Ohms. The impedance of earbuds is the electrical resistance of the driver unit present on the inside.

Has A Neodymium Magnet

JBL Live 660NC ✗

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 Live 660NC 50hours

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. Sony WH CH520's battery life is 40 hours

JBL Live 660NC's battery life is 50 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 Live 660NC 2hours

Sony WH CH520 3hours

It takes 3 hours to fully charge the Sony WH CH520'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 Live 660NC takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL Live 660NC ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Sony WH CH520 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 Live 660NC 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 Live 660NC ✗

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

JBL Live 660NC ✓

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. Sony WH CH520's battery can be recharged and used over again.

The JBL Live 660NC too have a rechargeable battery.

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Can Be Used Wirelessly

JBL Live 660NC ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Sony WH CH520 can be used wirelessly, wireless devices allow you more freedom of movement not limited by a cable.

The JBL Live 660NC also can be used wirelessly

Bluetooth Version

JBL Live 660NC v5

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. Sony WH CH520 has a v5.2

JBL Live 660NC has a Bluetooth version of v5. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Has Usb Type-C

JBL Live 660NC ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Sony WH CH520 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 Live 660NC too have USB TYPE-C

Has Aac

JBL Live 660NC ✓

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.

The JBL Live 660NC 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 Live 660NC 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 Sony WH CH520 can connect at a 10meters distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device.

The JBL Live 660NC can connect at a 10meters distance via Bluetooth

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Number Of Microphones

JBL Live 660NC ✗

Sony WH CH520 1only

Sony WH CH520 have only 1 microphones, more microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

JBL Live 660NC ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

JBL Live 660NC 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

JBL Live 660NC ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

JBL Live 660NC 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 A Mute Function

JBL Live 660NC ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✗

JBL Live 660NC 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

JBL Live 660NC 2only

Sony WH CH520 2only

Sony WH CH520 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 JBL Live 660NC 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 Live 660NC ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

There is a control panel on the Sony WH CH520 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 Live 660NC too have a control panel on them.

Can Be Used As A Headset

JBL Live 660NC ✓

Sony WH CH520 ✓

Sony WH CH520 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.

JBL Live 660NC can be used as a headset. since they have a built-in microphone

Warranty Period

JBL Live 660NC 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 Live 660NC have a warranty period of 1 years

Travel Bag Is Included

JBL Live 660NC ✓

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 JBL Live 660NC come with their own special case or pouch, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	JBL Live 660NC	Sony WH CH520
DESIGN	weight	265g	147g
	has a detachable cable	✓	✗
	can be folded	✓	✗
	has a tangle free cable	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✗	✓
	cable length	1.2meters	✗
	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	16Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	97dB/mW	97dB/mW
	driver unit size	40mm	30mm
	impedance	32Ohms	35Ohms
	has a neodymium magnet	✗	✓
POWER	battery life	50hours	40hours
	charge time	2hours	3hours
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
	battery power	✗	400mAh
	has a rechargeable battery	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	can be used wirelessly	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5.2
	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	has aac	✓	✓
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	✗	1only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✗
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	can be used as a headset	✓	✓
	warranty period	1years	✗
	travel bag is included	✓	✗
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