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Logitech H540 vs Sony WH-CH520

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

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Logitech H540

Logitech H540

  • On-ear design rests on your ears.
  • 120 g.
  • wired connection.
  • 1.8 m cable for extra reach.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
KSh 6,300In Stock
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Sony WH-CH520

Sony WH-CH520

  • On-ear design rests on your ears.
  • About 147 g.
  • Up to 50 hours per charge.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
KSh 7,300Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Logitech H540 if you want a lighter build (120 g). Choose the Sony WH-CH520 if you want a newer model (2023).

Weight

Logitech H540
120 g
Sony WH-CH520
About 147 g

Connections

Logitech H540
Wired connection
Sony WH-CH520
Bluetooth connection

Fit

Logitech H540
Leatherette ear cushions
Sony WH-CH520
Cushioned earcups

Battery life

Logitech H540
Wired headset
Sony WH-CH520
Up to 50 hours per charge

Two devices

Logitech H540
Wired headset
Sony WH-CH520
Connects to two devices at once

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Logitech H540

  • Lighter: 120 g (vs about 147 g).
  • Connection: Wired USB.
  • wired connection.

Sony WH-CH520

  • Newer model: released in 2023 (vs 2012).
  • Connection: Bluetooth.
  • Connects to two devices at once.

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PriorityLogitech H540Sony WH-CH520
FitLeatherette ear cushionsCushioned earcups
Weight120 gAbout 147 g
Battery lifeWired headsetUp to 50 hours per charge
Two devicesWired headsetConnects to two devices at once
ConnectionsWired USBBluetooth 5.2
ChargingWired headset3 minutes provides up to 90 minutes of playback

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540Sony WH-CH520
BrandLogitechSony
ModelH540 (981-000480)WH-CH520
Announced20122023
TypeOn-Ear Wired USB HeadsetOn-Ear Wireless Headphones
ColorBlack—

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540Sony WH-CH520
Weight0.12 kgApprox. 147 g
Dimensions180 mm × 245 mm × 78 mm—

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540Sony WH-CH520
Battery LifeWired headsetUp to 50 hours
Charging TimeWired headsetApprox. 3 H
Fast ChargingWired headset3 minutes provides up to 90 minutes of playback
Charging PortWired headsetUSB-C
Wireless ChargingWired headsetNo

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540Sony WH-CH520
ConnectionWired USBBluetooth
BluetoothWired headsetBluetooth 5.2
Bluetooth RangeWired headset32.81 ft
Multipoint ConnectionWired headsetTwo devices
ConnectorUSB-AWireless audio connection
Cable Length1.8 mNo audio cable
App Support—Sony | Sound Connect

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540Sony WH-CH520
Special FeaturesBuilt-in digital equalizer; plug-and-play USB audioDigital Sound Enhancement Engine; multipoint
Voice Assistant—Google Assistant on Android or Siri on iPhone via button controls

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540Sony WH-CH520
DriversLaser-tuned dynamic drivers30 mm drivers
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz20 Hz–20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz Sampling)
Impedance20 Ohms—
Active Noise CancellationNoNo
Transparency / Ambient ModeNoNo
MicrophonesBi-directional microphone; 100 Hz - 16 KHzBuilt-in microphones
Audio Codecs—SBC, AAC
Spatial Audio—360 Reality Audio with compatible music services
Audio Features—Dsee

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540Sony WH-CH520
Case TypeNo charging caseNo charging case
Case Battery Life——
Case Charging——
Case Charging Port——
Case Wireless Charging——
Case Dimensions——
Case Weight——
Case Water & Dust Resistance——
Case Features——

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540Sony WH-CH520
ControlsOn-ear volume and mute controls with indicator lightVolume control
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsLeatherette ear cushionsCushioned earcups

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540Sony WH-CH520
Headphones / EarbudsH540 headsetWH-CH520 headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableWired headsetUSB Cable
Audio CableIntegrated audio cableNot included
Ear Tips / Accessories—On-ear design
DocumentationUser documentationQuick start and safety documentation

Similarities

  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Neither has active noise cancellation.
  • Neither has a transparency / ambient mode.

In summary

Choose Logitech H540 for a lighter build.

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