Poly EncorePro HW520
Poly
31 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM4
Sony
88 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Poly EncorePro HW520
No customer feedback yet
Sony WH-1000XM4
68 out of 100 high confidence 545 reviews
The Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones receive mostly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfort. However, many users report durability issues, particularly with the hinges, and some complain about software quirks like the speak-to-chat feature and Bluetooth connectivity problems. While the audio experience is highly praised, the build quality and software reliability are common concerns.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Great battery life
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Hinge durability issues
- Speak-to-chat feature glitchy
- Bluetooth connectivity problems
- Charging issues
- Touch controls unreliable
Sound quality 28
Noise cancellation 22
Build quality 15
Comfort 12
Battery life 10
Bluetooth connectivity 8
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Specifications
| Poly EncorePro HW520 | Sony WH-1000XM4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.17 kg★ | 0.25 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Fake leather | foamed urethane |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | industry-leading |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.0★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 5 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 5★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sony | Headphones Connect |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
Poly EncorePro HW520
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong anc (73rd percentile)
- Below average connectivity (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average social proof (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Sony WH-1000XM4
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
Poly EncorePro HW5200.349score per dollar
vs
Sony WH-1000XM40.200score per dollar
Poly EncorePro HW520 offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM4
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 39 specs.
