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JBL Tune 520BT vs UGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid

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

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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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UGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones

UGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • About 260 g.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
  • Physical buttons for your everyday controls.
KSh 5,600In Stock
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UGREEN HiTune Max5c ANC HeadphonesKSh 5,600
Logitech H390KSh 5,500
Logitech H540KSh 6,300
Sony WH-CH520KSh 7,300
JBL Tune T460BTKSh 6,500
Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC HeadphonesKSh 6,150
Logitech H390 USB-CKSh 5,500
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Our quick verdict

Choose the JBL Tune 520BT if you want a lighter build (157 g). Choose the UGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones if you want active noise cancellation, faster recharging (1.5 hours) and longer battery life (up to 75 hours).

Fit

JBL Tune 520BT
On-ear design rests on your ears
UGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones
Over-ear design surrounds your ears

Weight

JBL Tune 520BT
157 g
UGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones
About 260 g

Connections

JBL Tune 520BT
Bluetooth connection
UGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones
Bluetooth and wired connection

Noise cancellation

JBL Tune 520BT
No noise cancellation
UGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones
Noise cancellation

Battery life

JBL Tune 520BT
Up to 57 hours per charge
UGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones
Up to 75 hours with ANC off

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Tune 520BT

  • Lighter: 157 g (vs about 260 g).

UGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones

  • Active noise cancellation.
  • Recharges faster: 1.5 hours (vs 2 hours).
  • Longer rated battery life: up to 75 hours (vs 57 hours).
  • Ambient listening mode.
  • 360° spatial sound.
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).

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PriorityJBL Tune 520BTUGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones
FitCushioned ear cupsSoft protein-leather ear cushions
Weight157 gAbout 260 g
Battery lifeUp to 57 hours per chargeUp to 75 hours with ANC off
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.4
Charging5 minutes provides up to 3 hours of playback5-minute charge for up to 5 hours playback
SoftwareWorks with the JBL Headphones appWorks with the UGREEN app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTUGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones
BrandJBLUGREEN
ModelTune 520BTHiTune Max5c · HP203
Announced20232024
TypeOn-Ear Wireless HeadphonesOver-Ear Wireless Headphones
ColorBlack, White, Blue, PurpleWhite

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTUGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones
Weight157gApproximately 260 g
DimensionsEar cushions: 73.4 × 73.4 × 17.8 mm; inner opening 31 × 31 mm—

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTUGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones
Battery LifeUp to 57 hoursUp to 75 hours with ANC off; up to 45 hours with ANC on
Charging Time2 hours from emptyApproximately 1.5 hours
Fast Charging5 minutes provides up to 3 hours of playback5-minute charge for up to 5 hours playback
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless ChargingNo—

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTUGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth wireless; USB-C wired audio
BluetoothBluetooth 5.35.4
Multipoint ConnectionYesDual-device connection
ConnectorWireless audio connectionUSB-C for wired audio
Cable LengthNo audio cable—
App SupportJBL Headphones appUGREEN app; EQ, ANC, dual connection and gaming settings
Bluetooth Range—Up to 10 m, unobstructed

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTUGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones
Voice AssistantSiri or Google Assistant via multifunction button—
Special FeaturesFoldableFoldable design; gaming mode; dual connection

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTUGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones
Drivers33 mm dynamic drivers40 mm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz20Hz–40kHz
Impedance30Ω32Ω
Active Noise CancellationNoAdaptive hybrid ANC
Transparency / Ambient ModeNoAmbient listening mode
Spatial AudioNo360° spatial sound
Microphones1 microphonesBuilt-in microphone; AI call noise reduction
Audio FeaturesJBL Pure Bass Sound, Voice AwareHi-Res wired and wireless audio; EQ presets
Audio Codecs—SBC; AAC; LDAC

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTUGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones
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
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTUGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones
ControlsOn-device playback, volume and call controlsPhysical buttons for playback, volume, calls and ANC modes
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsCushioned ear cupsSoft protein-leather ear cushions; adjustable, folding headband

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520BTUGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid ANC Headphones
Headphones / EarbudsJBL Tune 520BT headphonesHiTune Max5c headphones ×1
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableUSB-C Charging CableUSB-A to USB-C charging cable ×1
Audio CableNot includedUSB-C to USB-C audio cable ×1
Ear Tips / AccessoriesOn/over-ear designNot applicable
DocumentationWarranty/Warning; Quick Start GuideUser manual

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; UGREEN HiTune Max5c Hybrid trades extra weight for noise cancellation and longer rated battery life.

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In-stock alternatives

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