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Sony WH-CH520 vs Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset

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

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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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Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset

Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • 265 g.
  • wired connection.
  • Drivers: 50mm.
  • Impedance: 32Ω.
KSh 7,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Sony WH-CH520 if you want a lighter build (about 147 g). Choose the Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset if you want larger 50 mm drivers.

Fit

Sony WH-CH520
On-ear design rests on your ears
Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
Over-ear design surrounds your ears

Weight

Sony WH-CH520
About 147 g
Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
265 g

Connections

Sony WH-CH520
Bluetooth connection
Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
Wired connection

Controls

Sony WH-CH520
Volume control
Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
Mute and volume controls

Drivers

Sony WH-CH520
30 mm drivers
Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
50mm

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Sony WH-CH520

  • Lighter: about 147 g (vs 265 g).
  • Connection: Bluetooth.
  • Connects to two devices at once.

Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset

  • Larger drivers: 50 mm (vs 30 mm).
  • Connection: Wired.
  • wired connection.

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PrioritySony WH-CH520Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
FitCushioned earcupsMemory foam ear cushions
WeightAbout 147 g265 g
ControlsVolume controlMute and volume controls
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.2Wired
Drivers30 mm drivers50mm
TypeOn-Ear Wireless HeadphonesOver-Ear Wired Gaming Headset

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WH-CH520Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
BrandSonySkullcandy
ModelWH-CH520SLYR
Announced2023September 27, 2022
TypeOn-Ear Wireless HeadphonesOver-Ear Wired Gaming Headset

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WH-CH520Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
WeightApprox. 147 g265g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WH-CH520Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
Battery LifeUp to 50 hours—
Charging TimeApprox. 3 H—
Fast Charging3 minutes provides up to 90 minutes of playback—
Charging PortUSB-C—
Wireless ChargingNo—

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WH-CH520Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
ConnectionBluetoothWired
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2—
Bluetooth Range32.81 ft—
Multipoint ConnectionTwo devices—
ConnectorWireless audio connection3.5mm auxiliary connection; supplied PC splitter
Cable LengthNo audio cable—
App SupportSony | Sound Connect—

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WH-CH520Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
Voice AssistantGoogle Assistant on Android or Siri on iPhone via button controls—
Special FeaturesDigital Sound Enhancement Engine; multipoint—

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WH-CH520Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
Drivers30 mm drivers50mm
Frequency Response20 Hz–20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz Sampling)20Hz–20kHz
Audio CodecsSBC, AAC—
Active Noise CancellationNo—
Transparency / Ambient ModeNo—
Spatial Audio360 Reality Audio with compatible music services—
MicrophonesBuilt-in microphonesRemovable bi-directional boom microphone
Audio FeaturesDsee—
Impedance—32Ω

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WH-CH520Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
Case TypeNo 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
SpecificationSony WH-CH520Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
ControlsVolume controlMute and volume controls
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsCushioned earcupsMemory foam ear cushions

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationSony WH-CH520Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
Headphones / EarbudsWH-CH520 headphonesSLYR headset
Charging CaseNo charging case—
Charging CableUSB Cable—
Audio CableNot included5ft 3.5mm auxiliary cable (5-pole to 4-pole)
Ear Tips / AccessoriesOn-ear designRemovable boom microphone; 3.5mm PC splitter cable
DocumentationQuick start and safety documentationQuick-start and warranty guide

Similarities

  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.

In summary

Sony WH-CH520 is the lighter option to carry; Skullcandy SLYR Headset trades extra weight for drivers.

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