Sony WH-CH520 wireless on-ear headphones
Product description
When your headphones run out of battery midway through a trip or make switching between music and calls a hassle, a simple everyday pair can help. The Sony WH-CH520 combines wireless listening with a built-in microphone and multipoint connection.
Its lightweight, adjustable design and swivel earcups are intended to make it easier to put on, take off, and carry through the day.
The headline is up to 50 hours of battery life, with quick charging for when you need a top-up. That figure is a maximum, not a promise of the same runtime in every use.
On-body feel
The WH-CH520 uses an on-ear design, with soft ear pads, a cushioned adjustable headband, and swiveling earcups. That setup suits quick listening sessions at a desk, on a commute, or while moving between rooms. For example, you can wear them for a playlist while working, swivel the cups aside when someone speaks, then put them back on without handling a bulky over-ear headset.
On-ear headphones rest against the ears rather than surrounding them. If you find that style uncomfortable over long stretches, an over-ear design may be a better match. There’s no fit adjustment beyond the headband described in the product information, so comfort will depend partly on your preference for on-ear pads.
Pros
The long stated battery life is useful for days when charging isn’t convenient, and quick charging offers a practical fallback. Multipoint lets the headphones connect to two devices at once, which can make switching between a laptop and phone less of a chore. A built-in microphone supports hands-free calls, so you can answer without taking your cell phone out of your pocket.
You can adjust the sound to your preference with EQ Custom in the Sony | Headphones Connect app. DSEE is also included to boost the quality of compressed music files. If you mainly want straightforward wireless listening and call handling, those options add flexibility without requiring a separate audio setup. It’s a great fit if battery life and switching between devices matter more to you than an over-ear fit.
What if your listening moves between a work call and a playlist? Multipoint is designed for that two-device routine, though the product information doesn’t describe exactly how device switching behaves in every situation. It may not suit you if you specifically want headphones that cover the ears rather than resting on them.
Spec sheet
- Name: Sony WH-CH520
- Type: Wireless on-ear Bluetooth headphones
- Color: White
- Battery life: Up to 50 hours
- Charging: Quick charging, USB Type-C cable included
- Microphone: Built-in, for hands-free calling
- Connections: Multipoint for two devices
- Design: Lightweight, adjustable headband, soft ear pads, swivel earcups
- Sound features: EQ Custom through the Sony | Headphones Connect app, DSEE
The supplied details don’t give a specific quick-charge duration or explain how battery life changes with different listening settings. Keep that in mind if you need a precise charging schedule. The listed features focus on everyday listening, calls, and device switching, rather than a stated noise-canceling function.
Should you buy it?
Choose the WH-CH520 if you want a lightweight wireless pair for music and calls, value a long stated battery life, and expect to move between two connected devices. Its app-based EQ and DSEE give you more sound-adjustment options than a basic pair with no listed customization, while the on-ear format keeps the design distinct from bulkier over-ear headphones.
If you prioritize ear-covering comfort for long listening sessions, or need detailed information about charging time before buying, this model leaves questions unanswered. For everyday use where battery life, hands-free calls, and simple device switching are the main priorities, its feature set is easy to understand, choose another style if the on-ear fit is a deal-breaker.