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JBL Tune 230NC vs Sony WF-C510

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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JBL Tune 230NC

JBL Tune 230NC

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 10.2 g per earbud.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Connects to one device at a time.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
KSh 11,000In Stock
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Sony WF-C510

Sony WF-C510

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
  • Up to 8 hours per charge.
KSh 10,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The JBL Tune 230NC is the stronger choice: it has active noise cancellation and faster recharging (2 hours) and lasts longer between charges (up to 40 hours), while the Sony WF-C510 only connects to two devices at once.

Connections

JBL Tune 230NC
Bluetooth 5.2 connection
Sony WF-C510
Bluetooth 5.3 connection

Two devices

JBL Tune 230NC
Connects to one device at a time
Sony WF-C510
Can stay connected to two devices

Noise cancellation

JBL Tune 230NC
Noise cancellation
Sony WF-C510
No noise cancellation

Weight

JBL Tune 230NC
10.2 g per earbud
Sony WF-C510
About 30.9 g

Battery life

JBL Tune 230NC
Up to 40 hours
Sony WF-C510
Up to 8 hours per charge

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Tune 230NC

  • Active noise cancellation.
  • Recharges faster: 2 hours (vs 3 hours).
  • Longer rated battery life: up to 40 hours (vs 8 hours).

Sony WF-C510

  • Connects to two devices at once.
  • Newer model: released in 2024 (vs 2021).

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PriorityJBL Tune 230NCSony WF-C510
Weight10.2 g per earbudAbout 30.9 g
Battery lifeUp to 40 hoursUp to 8 hours per charge
Two devicesConnects to one device at a timeStays connected to two devices
ControlsTouch ControlVolume control
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 5.3
Water resistanceIPX4 water and dust resistanceIPX4 water and dust resistance

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 230NCSony WF-C510
BrandJBLSony
ModelTune 230NCWF-C510
Announced20212024
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
Color—Black Butter Yellow White

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 230NCSony WF-C510
Weight10.2g per earpieceApprox. 1.09 oz

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 230NCSony WF-C510
Battery LifeUp to 40 hours; up to 8 hours with ANC on; up to 10 hours with ANC offMax. 8 hrs (ASM ON)/Max. 11 hrs (ASM OFF)
Charging Time2 hours from emptyApprox. 3 hrs (USB charging)
Fast ChargingNo—
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless ChargingNoNo

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 230NCSony WF-C510
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 5.3
Multipoint ConnectionNoYes
ConnectorWireless audio connectionWireless audio connection
Cable LengthNo audio cableNo audio cable
App SupportJBL Headphones appSony | Sound Connect
Bluetooth Range—32.81 ft

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 230NCSony WF-C510
Special FeaturesTrue WirelessAmbient Sound Mode; multipoint; quick charging

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 230NCSony WF-C510
Drivers6 mm dynamic drivers6 mm
Frequency Response20 Hz – 20 kHz20 Hz–20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling)
Impedance16Ω—
Active Noise CancellationYesNo
Transparency / Ambient ModeAmbient Aware, TalkThruAmbient Sound Mode
Spatial AudioNo—
Microphones4 microphonesBuilt-in microphones
Audio FeaturesJBL Pure Bass SoundDsee
Audio Codecs—SBC, AAC

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 230NCSony WF-C510
Case TypeCharging caseCharging Case
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Wireless ChargingNoNo
Case Weight47.3gApprox. 1.09 oz
Case FeaturesStandard charging caseCharging case; approximate case charge time Approx. 3 hrs (USB charging)

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 230NCSony WF-C510
ControlsTouch ControlVolume control
Water & Dust ResistanceIPX4, Water resistant, Sweat proofYes (IPX4)
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsEar tips includedEar tips included

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 230NCSony WF-C510
Headphones / EarbudsJBL Tune 230NC TWS earbudsWF-C510 earbuds
Charging CaseCharging caseCharging Case
Charging CableUSB Type-C charging cableUSB charging cable
Audio CableNot includedNot included
Ear Tips / Accessories3 sizes of eartipsHybrid silicone rubber earbuds
DocumentationQuick Start Guide / Safety Sheet (S / i); Warranty / Warning (W / !)Reference guide

Similarities

  • Both are rated IPX4.
  • Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use 6 mm drivers.

In summary

For most buyers the JBL Tune 230NC is the better buy; the Sony WF-C510 makes sense if you want connection to two devices at once.

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