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Logitech H540 vs JBL Tune 520BT

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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JBL Tune 520BT

JBL Tune 520BT

  • On-ear design rests on your ears.
  • 157 g.
  • Up to 57 hours per charge.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
KSh 6,300In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Logitech H540 if you want a lighter build (120 g). Choose the JBL Tune 520BT if you want a newer model (2023).

Weight

Logitech H540
120 g
JBL Tune 520BT
157 g

Connections

Logitech H540
Wired connection
JBL Tune 520BT
Bluetooth connection

Fit

Logitech H540
Leatherette ear cushions
JBL Tune 520BT
Cushioned ear cups

Battery life

Logitech H540
Wired headset
JBL Tune 520BT
Up to 57 hours per charge

Two devices

Logitech H540
Wired headset
JBL Tune 520BT
Stays connected to two devices

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Logitech H540

  • Lighter: 120 g (vs 157 g).
  • Connection: Wired USB.
  • wired connection.

JBL Tune 520BT

  • Newer model: released in 2023 (vs 2012).
  • Connection: Bluetooth.

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PriorityLogitech H540JBL Tune 520BT
FitLeatherette ear cushionsCushioned ear cups
Weight120 g157 g
Battery lifeWired headsetUp to 57 hours per charge
Two devicesWired headsetStays connected to two devices
ConnectionsWired USBBluetooth 5.3
ChargingWired headset5 minutes provides up to 3 hours of playback

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540JBL Tune 520BT
BrandLogitechJBL
ModelH540 (981-000480)Tune 520BT
Announced20122023
TypeOn-Ear Wired USB HeadsetOn-Ear Wireless Headphones
ColorBlackBlack, White, Blue, Purple

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540JBL Tune 520BT
Weight0.12 kg157g
Dimensions180 mm × 245 mm × 78 mmEar cushions: 73.4 × 73.4 × 17.8 mm; inner opening 31 × 31 mm

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540JBL Tune 520BT
Battery LifeWired headsetUp to 57 hours
Charging TimeWired headset2 hours from empty
Fast ChargingWired headset5 minutes provides up to 3 hours of playback
Charging PortWired headsetUSB-C
Wireless ChargingWired headsetNo

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540JBL Tune 520BT
ConnectionWired USBBluetooth
BluetoothWired headsetBluetooth 5.3
Bluetooth RangeWired headset—
Multipoint ConnectionWired headsetYes
ConnectorUSB-AWireless audio connection
Cable Length1.8 mNo audio cable
App Support—JBL Headphones app

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540JBL Tune 520BT
Special FeaturesBuilt-in digital equalizer; plug-and-play USB audioFoldable
Voice Assistant—Siri or Google Assistant via multifunction button

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540JBL Tune 520BT
DriversLaser-tuned dynamic drivers33 mm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance20 Ohms30Ω
Active Noise CancellationNoNo
Transparency / Ambient ModeNoNo
MicrophonesBi-directional microphone; 100 Hz - 16 KHz1 microphones
Spatial Audio—No
Audio Features—JBL Pure Bass Sound, Voice Aware

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540JBL Tune 520BT
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 H540JBL Tune 520BT
ControlsOn-ear volume and mute controls with indicator lightOn-device playback, volume and call controls
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsLeatherette ear cushionsCushioned ear cups

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech H540JBL Tune 520BT
Headphones / EarbudsH540 headsetJBL Tune 520BT headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableWired headsetUSB-C Charging Cable
Audio CableIntegrated audio cableNot included
Ear Tips / Accessories—On/over-ear design
DocumentationUser documentationWarranty/Warning; Quick Start Guide

Similarities

  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Same frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz.
  • Neither has active noise cancellation.
  • Both cost KSh 6,300.
  • Neither has a transparency / ambient mode.

In summary

Choose Logitech H540 for a lighter build.

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