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Sony WH-CH520 Wireless On-Ear Bluetooth Headphones with Microphone, Pink | Comfortable Lightweight Design, Up to 50 Hrs Battery with Quick Charging, Multipoint Connection, Clear Calls, Swivel design
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Sony WH-CH520 Wireless On-Ear Bluetooth Headphones with Microphone

Bottom line: The Sony WH-CH520 Wireless On-Ear Bluetooth Headphones with Microphone: Up to 50-hour battery covers multi-day trips without a recharge; main trade-off: on-ear fit seals less than over-ear pads for noise isolation.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Up to 50-hour battery covers multi-day trips without a recharge
  • ✓ Multipoint pairing switches between two devices instantly
  • ✓ DSEE upscales compressed streaming files
  • ✓ EQ Custom tuning via Sony Headphones Connect app

Cons

  • ✗ On-ear fit seals less than over-ear pads for noise isolation
  • ✗ No active noise cancellation listed in the feature set
  • ✗ Battery life spec is a maximum, not a guaranteed runtime
  • ✗ Swift Pair is called out for Windows 10 PCs specifically

Manufacturer description

That battery figure means you can get through multi-day road trips or a full festival weekend without hunting for an outlet, and the included USB Type-C cable handles quick charging when you finally do. Bluetooth multipoint lets you stay connected to two devices at once, so a call on your phone interrupts whatever your laptop is playing without a manual re-pair. Sony's DSEE processing upscales compressed streaming files, and the Headphones Connect app adds EQ Custom if you want to reshape the tuning yourself. A built-in microphone covers hands-free calls, and Fast Pair locates misplaced…

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Sony WH-CH520 battery actually last?

Sony rates the WH-CH520 at up to 50 hours of battery life, with quick charging over the included USB Type-C cable. Real runtime varies with volume and codec.

Can I connect the WH-CH520 to my phone and laptop at the same time?

Yes. Multipoint connection lets the headphones hold two devices at once so you can switch between them quickly without re-pairing.

Do these headphones have noise cancelling?

Active noise cancellation is not among the listed features. The WH-CH520 relies on its on-ear cushions for passive isolation instead.

Are the Sony WH-CH520 good for phone calls?

A built-in microphone handles hands-free calling, so you can take calls without pulling your phone out of your pocket.

What colors does the WH-CH520 come in besides Pink?

Six colors total: Black, Blue, White, Pink, Yellow, and Cappuccino. Check the product listing for current availability of each.

Key Features

  • LONG BATTERY LIFE: With up to 50-hour battery life and quick charging, you’ll have enough power for multi-day road trips and long festival weekends. (USB Type-C Cable included)
  • HIGH QUALITY SOUND: Great sound quality customizable to your music preference with EQ Custom on the Sony | Headphones Connect App.
  • LIGHT & COMFORTABLE: The lightweight build and swivel earcups gently slip on and off, while the adjustable headband, cushion and soft ear pads give you all-day comfort.
  • CRYSTAL CLEAR CALLS: A built-in microphone provides you with hands-free calling. No need to even take your phone from your pocket.
  • MULTIPOINT CONNECTION: Quickly switch between two devices at once.
  • AVAILABLE IN SIX COLORS: With Black, Blue, White, Pink, Yellow and Cappuccino to choose from, find the color that suits you best.

Full Specifications

BrandSony
ColorPink
Impedance32 ohm
Form FactorOn Ear
Battery Life50 hours
ConnectivityBluetooth, USB
CompatibilityPC, Switch
Ear PlacementOn Ear
Connection TypeWireless
HIGH QUALITY SOUNDGreat sound quality customizable to your music preference with EQ Custom on the Sony | Headphones Connect App.
CRYSTAL CLEAR CALLSA built-in microphone provides you with hands-free calling. No need to even take your phone from your pocket.
LIGHT & COMFORTABLEThe lightweight build and swivel earcups gently slip on and off, while the adjustable headband, cushion and soft ear pads give you all-day comfort.
MULTIPOINT CONNECTIONQuickly switch between two devices at once.
AVAILABLE IN SIX COLORSWith Black, Blue, White, Pink, Yellow and Cappuccino to choose from, find the color that suits you best.
GIVE YOUR MUSIC A BOOSTBoost the quality of compressed music files and enjoy streaming music with high quality sound through DSEE.
EASY CONNECTION TO YOUR PCSwift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your headphones with your Windows 10 computer via Bluetooth.
FIND YOUR HEADPHONES WITH FAST PAIREasily find your missing headphones by sound or check their last known location in Google’s Find My Device app on your smartphone.
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