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Sony WH-CH520

No noise cancellation, 50 h, Wireless
Price in EUR including VAT
455Ratings
BrandMore from Sony
Test reportsVery good based on 4 tests
Delivered between Sat, 23/5 and Wed, 27/5
More than 10 pieces in stock at supplier
free shipping

Colour5

Product details

The new Sony WH-CH520 Black is a unique headphone, both in design and performance. These headphones not only offer the classic sound quality of Sony but also boast an incredibly long battery life.

Music Anytime, Anywhere

The Sony WH-CH520 Black lasts up to 50 hours on a full charge. Is the battery dead? No problem, as the WH-CH520 can be used for an additional 1.5 hours after just three minutes of quick charging. With their rotatable and lightweight design, these headphones can be compactly stored, allowing you to take your Sony WH-CH520 with you wherever you go.

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.

Outstanding Sound Quality

The sound of Sony headphones has long been known to be fantastic. With the new DSEE technology, it has now become even better. The music streamed from the Sony WH-CH520 comes much closer to the original recording quality.

Personalize Your Music

Through the Sony Headphone Connect app, you can customize the headphones to your liking. Taking a phone call on the WH-CH520? The microphone features an automatic filter that ensures you are heard clearly.

Key specifications

Application range
General
Noise cancelling
No noise cancellation
Equipment + Functions
Microphones
Signal transmission
Wireless
Headphone type
On-ear headphones

General information

Item number
24181716
Manufacturer
Sony
Category
Headphones
Manufacturer No.
WHCH520W.CE7
Release date
21/2/2023

Colour

Colour
White
Exact colour description
White

Material

Material
recycled plastic

Application range

Operating system compatibility
Android, iOS
Application range
General

Headphone properties

Output
Stereo
Noise cancelling
No noise cancellation
Equipment + Functions
Microphones
Music control
Universal Bluetooth Remote
Signal transmission
Wireless
Button functions
Accept call, Track, Volume Down, Volume Up
Compatible voice assistants
Google Assistant, Siri

Headphone type

Headphone type
On-ear headphones
Fit
Headband
Adjustability
Rotating earcup

Audio properties

Frequency range
20 - 20000 Hz

Connections

Connections base/transmitter
USB-C

Bluetooth features

Bluetooth version
5.2
Bluetooth feature
AAC, SBC
Bluetooth profiles
A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP
Max. range
10 m

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated

Battery properties

Battery type
Li-ion
Battery life
50 h
Charging input
USB-C
Supported charging power
2 – 2.5 W

Origin

Country of origin
China

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100, SBTi

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂ emissions
36,49 kg
Climate contribution
EUR 0,92

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
USB-C charging cable, without charger

Product dimensions

Weight
147 g

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Package dimensions

Length
23 cm
Width
19 cm
Height
4.40 cm
Weight
318 g

Supports chargers from 2 to 2.5 watts.

14-day cancellation right
30-day right of return
24 Months statutory warranty
Legal concerns

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Headphones» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 20.JVC
    1,4 %
  • 23.Behringer
    1,5 %
  • 23.Sony
    1,5 %
  • 23.Thomson
    1,5 %
  • 26.AKG
    1,6 %

Statutory 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: Galaxus
  • 61.Apple
    3 days
  • 61.OneOdio
    3 days
  • 61.Sony
    3 days
  • 64.Audio-Technica
    4 days
  • 64.Shure
    4 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Headphones» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 39.EarFun
    2,3 %
  • 39.Mixx
    2,3 %
  • 41.Sony
    2,5 %
  • 42.Behringer
    2,6 %
  • 43.House of Marley
    2,7 %
Source: Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good80/100
Good79/100
hifi.deSingle testReleaseMarch 2026
  • PositiveVery light
  • PositiveNot too detailed, but still fun sound
  • PositiveLong battery life
  • NegativeNon foldable
  • NegativeCannot play music via cable

Are you looking for affordable headphones for travelling? Then the Sony WH-CH520 is definitely a good choice. They offer a long battery life, decent sound and are so small and light that they hardly weigh a thing when you're travelling. As long as you don't have too high expectations of them, they will be a loyal everyday companion.

This test report belongs to a different type: WH-CH520 (No noise cancellation, 50 h, Wireless)
Good79/100
Rank 3 out of 9Stiftung WarentestBluetooth-Kopfhörer im Test - Kopfhörer mit gutem Sound und AkkuReleaseSeptember 2023

Not every Bluetooth headphone is suitable for everyone. One sounds great, the other sits better in the ear when jogging. Some models shine with super-long battery life, others as a headset in the home office. You can find your personal test winner with the help of our database. In addition to current test results, it contains important features such as the type of water protection or the number of...

Very good80/100
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GameStarSingle testReleaseJune 2023
  • PositiveVery light and comfortable
  • PositiveGood and customisable sound quality
  • PositiveVery long battery life
  • Positive360 Reality Audio Support
  • PositiveMultipoint support
  • PositiveDSEE upscaling
    Very good82/100
    netzwelt.de Logo
    netzwelt.deSingle testReleaseMay 2023
    • PositiveGood sound
    • Positive Simple design
    • Positive Favourable price
    • Positive Telephony possible
    • NegativeA little uncomfortable in the long run
    • Negative Sound image with slight reverb