Sony WHCH520/W
Sony
58 Overall Score
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Technics EAH-A800
Technics
91 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony WHCH520/W
No customer feedback yet
Technics EAH-A800
82 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews
The Technics EAH-A800 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, which many users compare favorably to wired headphones, especially when using the LDAC codec. Reviewers praise the comfortable fit, effective ANC, and the ability to create an immersive soundstage with clear stereo separation. However, a few users report durability concerns, such as the headband material loosening within a month and faulty components after a year, while others suggest minor improvements like larger ear cups and more EQ bands.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Immersive soundstage with stereo separation
- LDAC codec support for high-quality audio
Cons
- Durability concerns with headband material
- Faulty components after a year
- Ear cups could be slightly bigger
- Headband feels hard on scalp
- Only 5 EQ bands (wants more)
Sound quality 7
Build quality 2
Comfort 3
Anc performance 2
Ldac codec 3
Eq customization 2
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Specifications
| Sony WHCH520/W | Technics EAH-A800 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.15 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | — | super-soft earpads |
| Headband | Plástico | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 34 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones with 2 Device Multipoint Connectivity - EAH-A800-K Black | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear | Technics | Black | Over Ear | Over E |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Dual Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1 m |
| Range | — | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs | 50 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 3-minute quick charge gives you up to 1.5 hours of audio playback | 15 Minutes for 10 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri, Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | Sony Headphones Connect | Technics Audio Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony WHCH520/W
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong comfort (70th percentile)
- Below average sound (22nd percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
Sony WHCH520/W
Technics EAH-A800
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Technics EAH-A800
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 40 specs.
