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JBL Tune 520C USB-C vs Logitech H540

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

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JBL Tune 520C USB-C

JBL Tune 520C USB-C

  • On-ear design rests on your ears.
  • 150 g.
  • wired connection.
  • Wired headphones.
  • 32 mm dynamic drivers.
KSh 6,100In Stock
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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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Our quick verdict

Choose the JBL Tune 520C USB-C if you want a newer model (2025) and a lower price (KSh 200 less). Choose the Logitech H540 if you want a lighter build (120 g).

Weight

JBL Tune 520C USB-C
150 g
Logitech H540
120 g

Fit

JBL Tune 520C USB-C
Padded on-ear cushions
Logitech H540
Leatherette ear cushions

Battery life

JBL Tune 520C USB-C
Wired headphones
Logitech H540
Wired headset

Controls

JBL Tune 520C USB-C
Three-button remote for music, volume, calls and EQ presets
Logitech H540
On-ear volume and mute controls with indicator light

Connections

JBL Tune 520C USB-C
Wired USB-C digital audio
Logitech H540
Wired USB

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Tune 520C USB-C

  • Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2012).
  • Lower price: KSh 6,100 (vs KSh 6,300).
  • Hi-Res Audio certified.

Logitech H540

  • Lighter: 120 g (vs 150 g).

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PriorityJBL Tune 520C USB-CLogitech H540
FitPadded on-ear cushionsLeatherette ear cushions
Weight150 g120 g
Battery lifeWired headphonesWired headset
ControlsThree-button remote for music, volume, calls and EQ presetsOn-ear volume and mute controls with indicator light
ConnectionsWired USB-C digital audioWired USB
Drivers32 mm dynamic driversLaser-tuned dynamic drivers

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CLogitech H540
BrandJBLLogitech
ModelTune 520C USB-CH540 (981-000480)
AnnouncedJanuary 20252012
TypeOn-Ear Wired HeadphonesOn-Ear Wired USB Headset
Color—Black

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CLogitech H540
Weight150 g0.12 kg
Dimensions—180 mm × 245 mm × 78 mm

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CLogitech H540
Battery LifeWired headphonesWired headset
Charging TimeNot applicableWired headset
Fast Charging—Wired headset
Charging Port—Wired headset
Wireless Charging—Wired headset

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CLogitech H540
ConnectionWired USB-C digital audio; device compatibility requiredWired USB
BluetoothWired headphonesWired headset
ConnectorUSB-CUSB-A
Bluetooth Range—Wired headset
Multipoint Connection—Wired headset
Cable Length—1.8 m

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CLogitech H540
Special Features—Built-in digital equalizer; plug-and-play USB audio

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CLogitech H540
Drivers32 mm dynamic driversLaser-tuned dynamic drivers
Frequency Response10 Hz–40 k Hz20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance32 ohms20 Ohms
MicrophonesIn-line microphone; sensitivity −38 d BBi-directional microphone; 100 Hz - 16 KHz
Audio FeaturesDigital Hi-Res 96 k Hz / 24-bit; JBL Pure Bass; Default, Bass and Vocal EQ—
Active Noise Cancellation—No
Transparency / Ambient Mode—No

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CLogitech H540
Case TypeNot applicableNo 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 520C USB-CLogitech H540
ControlsThree-button remote for music, volume, calls and EQ presetsOn-ear volume and mute controls with indicator light
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsPadded on-ear cushionsLeatherette ear cushions

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CLogitech H540
Headphones / EarbudsTune 520C USB-C headphones with attached flat cableH540 headset
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableNot applicableWired headset
Audio CableAttached USB-C flat cableIntegrated audio cable
DocumentationWarranty/warning documentationUser documentation

Similarities

  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both use wired connection.

In summary

Choose Logitech H540 for a lighter build; JBL Tune 520C USB-C is the cheaper choice if you do not need a lighter build.

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