The Sony WH-CH520 Black is the most popular colour of Sony’s budget on-ear wireless headphones. They weigh about 147 g, Sony rates the battery at up to 50 hours of listening per charge, and they stay connected to two devices at the same time. The black finish is matte rather than glossy, so it looks at home in an office, a lecture hall or on the metro, and it hides everyday marks far better than the lighter colours in the range.
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Why black, and who it suits
Black is the safe pick when one pair of headphones goes everywhere with you: in a university bag, on a work desk and on the bus. The matte surface does not show fingerprints, ink smudges or dust the way white or beige does, which suits students and office staff who want headphones that look discreet on a video call. Black also matches almost any phone or laptop, and it is the easiest choice for a gift when you are not sure of someone’s taste. Care is simple: wipe the ear pads with a slightly damp cloth now and then, and the Sony WH-CH520 Black keeps looking tidy for a long time.
Up to 50 hours and quick charging
Sony quotes up to 50 hours of music playback per charge for the Sony WH-CH520 Black, up to 40 hours of continuous talk time and up to 200 hours on standby. A full charge over USB-C takes about 3 hours, and a 3-minute quick charge gives about 1.5 hours of playback. In practice, if you listen for two or three hours a day, you will only need to charge roughly every two weeks. Expect less time at higher volumes, since Sony’s figures are measured under its own test conditions.
Two devices at once, and calls
The Sony WH-CH520 Black can connect to two Bluetooth devices at the same time, such as a laptop and a phone, and switches to the phone automatically when a call comes in. A built-in microphone handles calls and voice-assistant commands, and physical buttons on the earcup control playback and volume. The connection runs on Bluetooth 5.2 with a working range of about 10 metres, and the headphones support the SBC and AAC codecs, so they work well with both iPhone and Android. If you follow lectures on a laptop and take calls on your phone, there is no need to re-pair every time you switch.
Sound and DSEE
Each earcup holds a 30 mm driver with a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz over Bluetooth. The headphones use DSEE, Sony’s processing that restores some of the detail lost in compressed streaming audio; this is the standard version, not DSEE Extreme. In the Sony Sound Connect app you can adjust the equaliser to lift the bass or bring voices forward. The result is a balanced sound that suits podcasts, online classes and everyday music listening rather than critical studio work.
Comfort and carrying
These headphones sit on the ear rather than around it, with soft cushions, an adjustable headband and swivelling earcups that follow the shape of your head. At about 147 g, they do not weigh on your neck through a long study or work day. The design is closed-back, but there is no active noise cancelling, so isolation comes from the cushions alone. Sony’s specification page does not describe the headband as folding, so they go in a bag with the earcups turned inward; a soft pouch helps protect the black finish from keys in your bag.
Who This Is Not For
The Sony WH-CH520 Black is not for anyone who needs noise cancelling on a plane or in a busy office, because it has no active noise cancelling. There is no 3.5 mm jack for wired listening, so once the battery runs out you cannot use a cable instead. As on-ear headphones, they can press on the ears after several hours, especially if you wear glasses. They do not support LDAC, and they are not designed for competitive gaming that needs very low latency.
Ordering from Totot
Totot sells the Sony WH-CH520 Black brand-new and genuine in its sealed box, backed by a 1-year warranty from Totot. Delivered across the UAE in up to 3 business days, free on orders from AED 300, with cash on delivery or instalments via Tabby and Tamara. Items that arrive defective or not as ordered can be returned within 14 days, and any shipping damage should be reported within 48 hours of delivery. Browse more in our Headphones range, or see the official Sony WH-CH520 specifications page.
Sony WH-CH520 Black Specifications
- Model: Sony WH-CH520
- Colour: Black
- Type: Closed-back wireless on-ear headphones
- Driver: 30 mm
- Frequency response: 20 Hz–20 kHz (Bluetooth)
- Battery: Up to 50 hours playback, up to 40 hours talk, up to 200 hours standby
- Charging: USB-C, about 3 hours for a full charge; 3 minutes gives about 1.5 hours of playback
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2, about 10 m range, multipoint (two devices)
- Codecs: SBC, AAC
- Microphone: Built-in, for calls and voice assistants
- Wired connection: None
- Weight: About 147 g
- In the box: Headphones, USB cable
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
Sony WH-CH520 Black FAQ
Does the black finish show dirt or fingerprints?
No, not easily. The matte black hides fingerprints and dust far better than white or beige.
Is the Sony WH-CH520 Black a good choice for video calls at work?
Yes. It has a built-in microphone, connects to a laptop and a phone at once, and the plain black look stays discreet on camera.
Does the Sony WH-CH520 Black work with iPhone?
Yes. It connects over Bluetooth and supports the AAC codec used by Apple devices.
Can I use the Sony WH-CH520 Black with a cable?
No. There is no 3.5 mm jack, and the USB-C port is for charging only.
How long does the battery last?
Up to 50 hours of playback, according to Sony, and a 3-minute charge gives about 1.5 hours.
Does the Sony WH-CH520 Black have noise cancelling?
No. It has no active noise cancelling.
Is it genuine?
Yes. We sell the genuine Sony WH-CH520 Black, brand-new in its sealed box.
How long does delivery take?
Up to 3 business days anywhere in the UAE, free on orders from AED 300; any current delivery fee for your order is shown at checkout.
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