Sennheiser HD 4.30i vs. Sony WH-CH520

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 4.30i 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

Sennheiser HD 4.30i vs. Sony WH-CH520 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sony WH-CH520
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight - 147 g
Colour Black | White Beige | Black | Blue | White
Body Material - Recycled plastic
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sony WH-CH520
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.2
Bluetooth Profiles - 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 - Sennheiser HD 4.30i are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 18 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sennheiser HD 4.30i offer a larger frequency range than Sony WH-CH520.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.5% -
Sensitivity 120 dB/Vrms -
Impedance 18 Ohm -
Diaphragm 32 mm 30 mm Sennheiser HD 4.30i 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.
Features - MultiPoint Technology, Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sony WH-CH520
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Sensitivity -44 dBV/Pascal -
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sony WH-CH520
Controls 3-button remote Volume, play/pause, skip track
CABLE Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sony WH-CH520
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.4 m USB-C charge cable
Cable Length 1.4 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sony WH-CH520
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Voice Control - Direct
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sony WH-CH520
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 50 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 50 hours
Continuous talk: up to 40 hours
Standby Time - 200 hours
Charging Time - 3 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sony WH-CH520
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
Bluetooth
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sony WH-CH520
Included Accessories Soft bag, audio cable (1.4 m) -
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years -
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