Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK vs. Sony WH-CH520

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK and Sony WH-CH520. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK vs. Sony WH-CH520 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK Sony WH-CH520
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 18.5 cm -
Width 19 cm -
Depth 4.6 cm -
Weight 190 g 147 g Sony WH-CH520 are lighter than Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK headphones.
Colour Black Beige | Black | Blue | White
Body Material - Recycled plastic
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK Sony WH-CH520
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable Yes - Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2 Sony WH-CH520 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Noise Isolating Yes - Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 8 - 21500 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK offer a larger frequency range than Sony WH-CH520.
Max Input Power 40 mW -
Sensitivity 104 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm -
Diaphragm 40 mm 30 mm Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-CH520.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Sony WH-CH520 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - MultiPoint Technology, Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair
MICROPHONE Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK Sony WH-CH520
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK Sony WH-CH520
Controls Volume control, answer/end, microphone on/mute, phone/music mode, reject call Volume, play/pause, skip track
CABLE Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK Sony WH-CH520
Cable Type USB charge cable USB-C charge cable
FEATURES Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK Sony WH-CH520
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Voice Control - Direct
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK Sony WH-CH520
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 12 hours 50 hour(s) Sony WH-CH520 lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 50 hours
Continuous talk: up to 40 hours
Standby Time 166 hours 200 hours Sony WH-CH520 have longer standby time than Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK.
Charging Time - 3 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK Sony WH-CH520
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only)
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
Bluetooth
OTHERS Philips BASS+ SHB3175BK Sony WH-CH520
Included Accessories USB charging cable -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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