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Sony WH-CH520
No noise cancelling, 50 h, WirelessColour
Product details
The new Sony WH-CH520 in black is a unique headphone, both in design and performance. These headphones not only offer the classic sound quality of Sony but also an incredibly long battery life.
Music Anytime, Anywhere
The Sony WH-CH520 lasts up to 50 hours on a full charge. Is the battery dead? No problem, because the WH-CH520 can be used for another 1.5 hours after just three minutes of quick charging. With its swivel design and lightweight, the headphones can be compactly stored, allowing you to always have your Sony WH-CH520 with you.
Easy Switching
These Sony headphones support multipoint pairing, enabling them to be connected to both your phone and laptop simultaneously. This makes it easy to switch between the two devices. Thanks to the Swift Pair and Fast Pair features, connecting these devices is also particularly quick.
Excellent Sound Quality
The sound of Sony headphones has long been known to be fantastic. With the new DSEE technology, it has now improved even further. This means that the music streamed from the Sony WH-CH520 is much closer to the original recording quality.
Personalize Your Music
Through the Sony Headphone Connect app, it is possible to customize the headphones to your liking. Taking a phone call on the WH-CH520? Then the microphone has an automatic filter that ensures you are heard clearly.
Application range | General |
Equipment + Functions | Microphones |
Headphone type | On Ear Headphones |
Signal transmission | Wireless |
Noise cancelling | No noise cancelling |
Isolation | Closed |
Item number | 24181875 |
Manufacturer | Sony |
Category | Headphones |
Manufacturer no. | WHCH520L.CE7 |
Release date | 21.2.2023 |
Sales rank in Category Headphones | 144 of 7759 |
Colour | Blue |
Exact colour description | Blue |
Material | recycled plastic |
Operating system compatibility | Android, iOS |
Application range | General |
Output | Stereo |
Noise cancelling | No noise cancelling |
Equipment + Functions | Microphones |
Music control | no smartphone remote control |
Signal transmission | Wireless |
Button functions | Accept call, Track, Volume Down, Volume Up |
Compatible voice assistants | Google Assistant, Siri |
Headphone type | On Ear Headphones |
Fit | Headband |
Isolation | Closed |
Driver diameter | 30 mm |
Adjustability | Rotating earcup |
Converter principle | Dynamic |
Membrane size | 30 mm |
Frequency range | 20 - 20000 Hz |
Connections base/transmitter | USB-C |
Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
Bluetooth feature | AAC, SBC |
Bluetooth profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
Max. range | 10 m |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Battery life | 50 h |
Charging time | 3 h |
Charging input | USB-C |
Manufacturer commitment | RE100, SBTi |
Manufacturer compensation | According to RE100, the manufacturer Sony fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions. |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Sony WH-CH520 On Ear Headset, USB cable |
Height | 22.80 cm |
Width | 4.40 cm |
Depth | 17.20 cm |
Weight | 147 g |
Length | 22.80 cm |
Width | 18.70 cm |
Height | 4.50 cm |
Weight | 317 g |
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Reviews & Ratings
Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Headphones» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 46.Marshall2 %
- 46.Samsung2 %
- 48.Sony2.1 %
- 49.Livoo2.2 %
- 49.Usams2.2 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 69.OneOdio5 days
- 69.Skullcandy5 days
- 69.Sony5 days
- 72.Beats6 days
- 72.Shokz6 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Headphones» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 48.Fresh'N Rebel2.6 %
- 48.Samsung2.6 %
- 48.Sony2.6 %
- 51.1More2.7 %
- 51.AKG Pro2.7 %

- Very light and comfortable
- Good and customisable sound quality
- Very long battery life
- 360 Reality Audio Support
- Multipoint support
- DSEE upscaling

- Good sound
- Simple design
- Favourable price
- Telephony possible
- A little uncomfortable in the long run
- Sound image with slight reverb