Sony WH-CH520
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
What Buyers Say
Sony WH-CH520
The Sony WH-CH520 headphones receive mostly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, long battery life, and budget-friendly price. However, a significant number of users report durability issues, particularly with the rotating hinges and ear cups breaking after a few months of use. Comfort is also a mixed point, with some finding them snug and others experiencing ear pain during prolonged wear. Overall, they are recommended for the price, but potential buyers should be aware of the build quality concerns.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Long battery life
- Budget-friendly price
- Lightweight and comfortable
- Good app support with EQ
Cons
- Fragile rotating hinges
- Ear cups break easily
- Uncomfortable for long use
- No noise cancellation
- Cannot use while charging
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
The Soundcore Space 2 headphones have impressed users with their exceptional comfort, long battery life, and strong noise cancellation for the price. While the default sound profile may need EQ tweaking via the app, the overall audio quality, build, and features like multipoint and LDAC make them a great value. Minor drawbacks include warmth during long sessions and a lack of water resistance.
Pros
- Exceptional comfort
- Long battery life
- Strong noise cancellation
- Great value for price
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Default sound profile needs EQ
- Gets warm during long sessions
- No water resistance
- 3D audio mode gimmicky
Scores
Specifications
| Sony WH-CH520 | Anker Soundcore Space D1402 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.32 kg | 0.27 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | soft earpads | protein leather |
| Headband | adjustable headband | memory foam with a soft leather finish |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 30 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | 6.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs | 50 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes charging provides up to 4 hours of playback. | 5 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 3★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | Sony Headphones Connect | Soundcore |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Sony WH-CH520
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong sound (78th percentile)
- Below average comfort (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
- Below average build (33rd percentile)
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average affordability (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Sony WH-CH520 offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 39 specs.
