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JBL Tune 520C USB-C vs JBL Tune T460BT

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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JBL Tune T460BT

JBL Tune T460BT

  • On-ear design rests on your ears.
  • Up to 11 hours per charge.
  • Bluetooth 4.0 connection.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
  • Charging port: USB.
KSh 6,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the JBL Tune 520C USB-C if you want a newer model (2025). Choose the JBL Tune T460BT if you prefer Bluetooth.

Connections

JBL Tune 520C USB-C
Wired connection
JBL Tune T460BT
Bluetooth connection

Fit

JBL Tune 520C USB-C
Padded on-ear cushions
JBL Tune T460BT
Cushioned on-ear earcups

Battery life

JBL Tune 520C USB-C
Wired headphones
JBL Tune T460BT
Up to 11 hours per charge

Controls

JBL Tune 520C USB-C
Three-button remote for music, volume, calls and EQ presets
JBL Tune T460BT
Call and music controls on earcup

Audio

JBL Tune 520C USB-C
Digital Hi-Res 96 k Hz / 24-bit
JBL Tune T460BT
JBL Pure Bass Sound

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Tune 520C USB-C

  • Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2016).
  • Connection: Wired USB-C digital audio.
  • wired connection.
  • Hi-Res Audio certified.

JBL Tune T460BT

  • Connection: Bluetooth.

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PriorityJBL Tune 520C USB-CJBL Tune T460BT
FitPadded on-ear cushionsCushioned on-ear earcups
Battery lifeWired headphonesUp to 11 hours per charge
ControlsThree-button remote for music, volume, calls and EQ presetsCall and music controls on earcup
ConnectionsWired USB-C digital audioBluetooth 4.0
AudioDigital Hi-Res 96 k Hz / 24-bitJBL Pure Bass Sound
Frequency response10 Hz–40 k Hz20Hz-20kHz

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CJBL Tune T460BT
BrandJBLJBL
ModelTune 520C USB-CT460BT
AnnouncedJanuary 20252016
TypeOn-Ear Wired HeadphonesOn-Ear Wireless Headphones
Color—Black White Blue

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CJBL Tune T460BT
Weight150 g—

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CJBL Tune T460BT
Battery LifeWired headphonesUp to 11 hours
Charging TimeNot applicable—
Fast Charging——
Charging Port—USB
Wireless Charging—No

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CJBL Tune T460BT
ConnectionWired USB-C digital audio; device compatibility requiredBluetooth
BluetoothWired headphonesBluetooth 4.0
ConnectorUSB-CWireless audio connection
Cable Length—No audio cable

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CJBL Tune T460BT
Special Features—Flat-foldable, lightweight design

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CJBL Tune T460BT
Drivers32 mm dynamic drivers32mm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response10 Hz–40 k Hz20Hz-20kHz
Impedance32 ohms—
MicrophonesIn-line microphone; sensitivity −38 d BBuilt-in microphone
Audio FeaturesDigital Hi-Res 96 k Hz / 24-bit; JBL Pure Bass; Default, Bass and Vocal EQJBL Pure Bass Sound
Active Noise Cancellation—No
Transparency / Ambient Mode—No
Spatial Audio—No

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CJBL Tune T460BT
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-CJBL Tune T460BT
ControlsThree-button remote for music, volume, calls and EQ presetsCall and music controls on earcup
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsPadded on-ear cushionsCushioned on-ear earcups

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 520C USB-CJBL Tune T460BT
Headphones / EarbudsTune 520C USB-C headphones with attached flat cableJBL T460BT headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableNot applicableCharging cable
Audio CableAttached USB-C flat cableNot included
DocumentationWarranty/warning documentationQuick Start Guide; Safety Sheet; Warning Card; Warranty Card
Ear Tips / Accessories—On-ear design

Similarities

  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both use 32 mm drivers.
  • Both are made by JBL.

In summary

Tune 520C USB-C and Tune T460BT are closely matched on the features compared here.

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