Sony WH-CH520
The Sony WH-CH520 delivers up to 50 hours of battery life with a 3-minute quick charge providing 1.5 hours of playback, plus Bluetooth 5.2 and multipoint pairing. DSEE restores high-frequency details, and the EQ Custom feature in the Sony Headphones Connect app tailors sound to your music. Best for budget-conscious listeners who need long-lasting, comfortable wireless headphones for daily commutes and podcasts.
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Overzicht
The 30-Second Version
50 hours of battery for under $60 is absurd. The sound is forgettable, but your wallet won't be.
Pros & Cons
Pluspunten
- Insane 50-hour battery life 98th
- Multipoint connection is a lifesaver 98th
- Super lightweight and cheap 89th
- Fast Pair and Swift Pair make setup painless
Minpunten
- Sound quality is just okay
- Mic is mediocre at best
- Build feels plasticky
- Comfort is average for long sessions
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The Word on the Street
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Performance
The battery is the headline act here. 50 hours is top of the charts, and the quick charge is genuinely useful, 3 minutes gets you 75 minutes of playback. DSEE does its best to polish compressed audio, but the overall sound profile lands in the bottom third of our database. It's fine for podcasts and casual listening, just don't expect audiophile detail. The mic is a weak spot too, fine for a quick call but nothing you'd want to record a voice note with.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Wearing Style | headband |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
| Multipoint | Yes |
Earbud Battery
| Battery Life | 50 |
| Charge Time | 3 |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes charging provides up to 4 hours of playback. |
| Charging | USB-C |
Case Battery
| Case Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
Features
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| App | Sony | Headphones Connect App |
| Bone Conduction | No |
vs Competition
Against the JLab JBuds Pods ANC, you're giving up active noise cancellation but gaining a much better battery. The Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro and Technics EAH-AZ80 are in a completely different league for sound and build, but they cost three to five times as much. If you want wireless earbuds with ANC on a budget, the Soundcore P31i is worth a look, but for pure endurance, the WH-CH520 smokes them all.
| Spec | Sony WH-CH520 | Technics EAH-AZ100 | JLab JBuds Pods ANC | Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro | Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | Soundcore P31i |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | - | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | - | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.4 | 5.3 | 6.1 |
| Battery Life Hours | 50 | 8 | 10 | 6 | 8 | 10 |
| Case Battery Hours | - | 28 | 56 | 26 | 24 | 50 |
| Water Resistance | - | IPX4 | IP55 | IP57 | IP57 | IP55 |
| Multipoint | true | true | true | true | true | - |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Gebruikersoordeel | Affordability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony WH-CH520 | 30.7 | 36.8 | 33.6 | 27.5 | 97.7 | 27.3 | 88.5 | 98 | 31.3 |
| Technics EAH-AZ100 Compare | 97.5 | 97.4 | 78.6 | 99.7 | 76.8 | 93 | 99.8 | 81.2 | 3 |
| JLab JBuds Pods ANC Compare | 93.5 | 97.4 | 90.9 | 87.3 | 94.1 | 93 | 98.1 | 95.5 | 33.9 |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro Compare | 97.5 | 97.4 | 98.8 | 92.3 | 70.8 | 93 | 99.6 | 89.8 | 7.5 |
| Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation Compare | 97.5 | 81 | 98.8 | 90.4 | 73.4 | 69.4 | 99.6 | 99.3 | 11.4 |
| Soundcore P31i Compare | 89.9 | 97.4 | 90.9 | 96.6 | 92.3 | 69.4 | 86 | 89.8 | 57.6 |
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Value & Pricing
At $58, this is a no-brainer if battery life is your top priority. You're getting flagship-level stamina for lunch money. Just know that you're trading sound quality and build materials for that longevity.
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Overview
The Sony WH-CH520 is the budget headphone that punches way above its price tag where it counts. You're getting a ridiculous 50-hour battery life and rock solid Bluetooth 5.2 with multipoint, all for under sixty bucks. The sound won't blow your mind, but for the money, this is a commuter's best friend.
Common Questions
Q: Does the WH-CH520 have noise cancelling?
Nope, no ANC here. You get passive isolation from the earpads, which is minimal. If you need to block out a noisy commute, look at the JLab JBuds Pods ANC instead.
Q: Can I use these for gaming?
You can, but the mic is pretty weak and there's no low-latency mode. Fine for casual single-player stuff, but competitive gamers should get a dedicated headset.
Q: How long does it really last on a charge?
Sony claims 50 hours, and real-world reports back that up. You'll easily get a full work week of listening before needing to plug in.
Who Should Skip This
If you care about sound quality or build materials, skip these. Grab the Technics EAH-AZ80 for premium audio or the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro for a better all-rounder. The WH-CH520 is for battery fiends and budget buyers only.
Verdict
Buy these if you want a cheap pair of headphones that will outlast your phone, your laptop, and possibly your will to keep listening. They're not for critical listening, but for all-day background music and calls, they're a steal.
Usage Scores
- Calls32.6
- Music37.9
- Algemeen38.1
- Budget52.3
- Gaming37
- Travel36.3
- Commute28.7
- Fitness26.2
