Audio-Technica ATH-S120C-VL
Audio-Technica
42 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-CH720N
Sony
85 Overall Score
Scores
Studio
Gaming
Work
Music
Budget
Calls
Commute
Specifications
| Audio-Technica ATH-S120C-VL | Sony WH-CH720N | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.11 kg★ | 0.43 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Plastic | Silicone |
| Headband | Plastic | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 38 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 15 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 35 Ω | 325 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB | 108 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | — | SBC, AAC |
| Surround | — | 7.1 Virtual Surround |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Dual Noise Sensor technology |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 35 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | USB Type-C quick charging gives up to 60 mins of play back from 3 minutes of charge. |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 2★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | — | Sony Headphones Connect |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica ATH-S120C-VL
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong sound (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Sony WH-CH720N
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong sound (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average comfort (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
Pricing
Audio-Technica ATH-S120C-VL1.303score per dollar
vs
Sony WH-CH720N0.966score per dollar
Audio-Technica ATH-S120C-VL offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-CH720N
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 42 specs.
