Fit
- Sony WH-CH520
- On-ear design rests on your ears
- JBL Quantum 100
- Over-ear design surrounds your ears
Headphones comparison
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected ![]() Sony WH-CH520
KSh 7,300Out of Stock | 02 ![]() JBL Quantum 100
KSh 8,000In Stock |
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Choose the Sony WH-CH520 if you want two-device connection, a lighter build (about 147 g) and a newer model (2023). Choose the JBL Quantum 100 if you want larger 40 mm drivers.
The main differences to help you choose.
| Priority | Sony WH-CH520 | JBL Quantum 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Cushioned earcups | Memory-foam ear cushions |
| Weight | About 147 g | 220 g |
| Battery life | Up to 50 hours per charge | Wired headphones |
| Two devices | Connects to two devices at once | Connects to one device at a time |
| Controls | Volume control | On-Headset Volume Control |
| Noise cancellation | Neither has noise cancellation for listening. | |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.2 | 3.5mm Audio Jack |
| Audio | Dsee | JBL QuantumSOUND Signature / Accurate |
| Charging | 3 minutes provides up to 90 minutes of playback | No |
| Software | Sony / Sound Connect | No companion app |
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| Specification | Sony WH-CH520 | JBL Quantum 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | JBL |
| Model | WH-CH520 | Quantum 100 |
| Announced | 2023 | 2020 |
| Type | On-Ear Wireless Headphones | Over-Ear Wired Gaming Headset |
| Color | — | Blue, White, Black |
| Specification | Sony WH-CH520 | JBL Quantum 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Approx. 147 g | 220g |
| Specification | Sony WH-CH520 | JBL Quantum 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 50 hours | Wired headphones |
| Charging Time | Approx. 3 H | Wired design |
| Fast Charging | 3 minutes provides up to 90 minutes of playback | No |
| Charging Port | USB-C | Wired design |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
| Specification | Sony WH-CH520 | JBL Quantum 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth | 3.5mm Audio Jack |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | Wired design |
| Bluetooth Range | 32.81 ft | — |
| Multipoint Connection | Two devices | No |
| Connector | Wireless audio connection | 3.5 mm audio jack |
| Cable Length | No audio cable | 1.2m |
| App Support | Sony | Sound Connect | No |
| Specification | Sony WH-CH520 | JBL Quantum 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant on Android or Siri on iPhone via button controls | — |
| Special Features | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine; multipoint | PC | PlayStation | Xbox | Nintendo Switch | Mobile | Mac | VR |
| Specification | Sony WH-CH520 | JBL Quantum 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 30 mm drivers | 40 mm dynamic drivers |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz–20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz Sampling) | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Audio Codecs | SBC, AAC | — |
| Active Noise Cancellation | No | No |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | No | No |
| Spatial Audio | 360 Reality Audio with compatible music services | Compatible with Windows Sonic Spatial Sound on supported PCs and Xbox One |
| Microphones | Built-in microphones | Detachable directional boom microphone |
| Audio Features | Dsee | JBL QuantumSOUND Signature | Accurate, Immersive Sound |
| Impedance | — | 32Ω |
| Specification | Sony WH-CH520 | JBL Quantum 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | No charging case | No charging case |
| Case Battery Life | — | — |
| Case Charging | — | — |
| Case Charging Port | — | — |
| Case Wireless Charging | — | — |
| Case Dimensions | — | — |
| Case Weight | — | — |
| Case Water & Dust Resistance | — | — |
| Case Features | — | — |
| Specification | Sony WH-CH520 | JBL Quantum 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Volume control | On-Headset Volume Control |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | Cushioned earcups | Memory-foam ear cushions |
| Specification | Sony WH-CH520 | JBL Quantum 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | WH-CH520 headphones | JBL Quantum 100 headset |
| Charging Case | No charging case | No charging case |
| Charging Cable | USB Cable | No charging required |
| Audio Cable | Not included | Attached 1.2 m audio cable |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | On-ear design | Removable microphone; microphone windshield foam |
| Documentation | Quick start and safety documentation | Quick Start Guide; Warranty card; Safety Sheet |
These products have the same published specifications.
Choose Sony WH-CH520 for connection to two devices at once and a lighter build; JBL Quantum 100 offers drivers.
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