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JBL Tune 520BT vs Soundcore Q20i Hybrid

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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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Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones

Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • About 246 g.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Works with the Soundcore app.
  • Up to 60h with ANC off.
KSh 6,150In Stock
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UGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC HeadphonesKSh 5,600
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Our quick verdict

Choose the JBL Tune 520BT if you want Bluetooth 5.3 and a lighter build (157 g). Choose the Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones if you want active noise cancellation and larger 40 mm drivers.

Fit

JBL Tune 520BT
On-ear design rests on your ears
Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
Over-ear design surrounds your ears

Weight

JBL Tune 520BT
157 g
Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
About 246 g

Battery life

JBL Tune 520BT
Up to 57 hours per charge
Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
Up to 60h with ANC off

Two devices

JBL Tune 520BT
Stays connected to two devices
Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
Connects to one device at a time

Noise cancellation

JBL Tune 520BT
No noise cancellation
Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
Active noise cancellation

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Tune 520BT

  • Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 5.0).
  • Lighter: 157 g (vs about 246 g).

Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones

  • Active noise cancellation.
  • Larger drivers: 40 mm (vs 33 mm).
  • Hi-Res Audio certified.

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PriorityJBL Tune 520BTSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
FitCushioned ear cupsCushioned over-ear cups and adjustable headband
Weight157 gAbout 246 g
Battery lifeUp to 57 hours per chargeUp to 60h with ANC off
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.0
SoftwareWorks with the JBL Headphones appWorks with the Soundcore app
Charging5 minutes provides up to 3 hours of playbackFive minutes provides up to four hours under stated conditions

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
BrandJBLSoundcore
ModelTune 520BTA3004H12; A3004H22; A3004H32
Announced2023August 2023
TypeOn-Ear Wireless HeadphonesOver-Ear Wireless Headphones
ColorBlack, White, Blue, PurpleBlack; White; Blue

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
Weight157gApproximately 246g
DimensionsEar cushions: 73.4 × 73.4 × 17.8 mm; inner opening 31 × 31 mmApproximately 176 × 80 × 185mm

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
Battery LifeUp to 57 hoursUp to 60h with ANC off; up to 40h with ANC on
Charging Time2 hours from emptyApproximately two hours, as listed in Anker Japan product table; guides for other revisions differ
Fast Charging5 minutes provides up to 3 hours of playbackFive minutes provides up to four hours under stated conditions
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless ChargingNoNot supported; USB-C charging

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth wireless audio or 3.5mm AUX; AUX disables Bluetooth and ANC
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.0 as listed on UK and Japan product pages
Multipoint ConnectionYesDual connection to two devices; playback from one device at a time
ConnectorWireless audio connection3.5mm AUX audio input; USB-C charging port
Cable LengthNo audio cable—
App SupportJBL Headphones appsoundcore app; EQ, ambient modes and firmware updates; functions depend on app and firmware

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
Voice AssistantSiri or Google Assistant via multifunction buttonVoice-assistant button control
Special FeaturesFoldableThree ambient sound modes; dual connections; custom equaliser; wired Hi-Res Audio
Sensors—Two internal and two external ANC noise-sensing microphones

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
Drivers33 mm dynamic drivers40mm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz—
Impedance30Ω16Ω in original and current A3004 guides
Active Noise CancellationNoHybrid ANC; two internal and two external noise-sensing microphones; manufacturer describes up to 90% noise reduction under stated conditions
Transparency / Ambient ModeNo—
Spatial AudioNo—
Microphones1 microphonesBuilt-in microphone for Bluetooth calls; four microphones used for hybrid noise sensing
Audio FeaturesJBL Pure Bass Sound, Voice AwareBassUp; wired Hi-Res Audio via AUX; custom EQ and 22 presets
Audio Codecs—SBC and AAC

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
Case TypeNo charging caseNot applicable; over-ear headphones have no 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
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
ControlsOn-device playback, volume and call controls—
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsCushioned ear cupsCushioned over-ear cups and adjustable headband

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
Headphones / EarbudsJBL Tune 520BT headphonesSoundcore Q20i headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNot applicable; over-ear headphones have no charging case
Charging CableUSB-C Charging CableUSB-C to USB-A charging cable package listing
Audio CableNot included3.5mm AUX audio cable
Ear Tips / AccessoriesOn/over-ear designNo in-ear tips required; protective case sold separately
DocumentationWarranty/Warning; Quick Start GuideQuick start guide and safety manual package listing

Similarities

  • Both work with a companion app.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

JBL Tune 520BT is the lighter option to carry; Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC trades extra weight for noise cancellation and drivers.

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