Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-CH500 and JBL LIVE 460NC. 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony WH-CH500 | JBL LIVE 460NC |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Weight | 140 g | 210 g | Sony WH-CH500 are lighter than Sony WH-CH500 headphones. |
Colour | Black | Grey | Blue | Black | Blue | Rose | White | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Sony WH-CH500 | JBL LIVE 460NC |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | On-ear | |
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Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
Ear Cups Type | Closed | - | |
Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.0 | JBL LIVE 460NC have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WH-CH500. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC | - | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | JBL LIVE 460NC are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Adaptive Noise Cancelling | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | Signature Sound | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | Both headphones offer the same frequency response. |
Sensitivity | - | 96 dB/mW | |
Impedance | - | 32 Ohm | |
Max Sound Pressure | - | 92 dB | |
Diaphragm | 30 mm | 40 mm | JBL LIVE 460NC have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-CH500. |
Magnet Material | Ferrite | - | |
Features | - | Voice control, TalkThru technology, MultiPoint Technology, Ambient Aware, Google Fast Pair, Auto Play, Auto Pause, Speed Charge, Smart Ambient |
MICROPHONE | Sony WH-CH500 | JBL LIVE 460NC |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphone Technology | Electret condenser | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Omni-directional | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | 50 - 8000 Hz | - | |
Sensitivity | - | -30 dBV/Pascal |
REMOTE CONTROL | Sony WH-CH500 | JBL LIVE 460NC |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off | Voice assistant |
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CABLE | Sony WH-CH500 | JBL LIVE 460NC |
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Cable Type | Micro-USB cable - 50 cm | USB-C charge cable - detachable Headphones cable - detachable |
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Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
FEATURES | Sony WH-CH500 | JBL LIVE 460NC |
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Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant, Alexa |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WH-CH500 | JBL LIVE 460NC |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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Battery Capacity | - | 750 mAh | |
Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | 50 hour(s) | JBL LIVE 460NC lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-CH500. |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 40 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 50 hours |
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Standby Time | 200 hours | - | |
Voltage Provided | 3.7 / 5 V | - | |
Charging Time | 4.5 hour(s) | 2 hour(s) | JBL LIVE 460NC recharge faster than Sony WH-CH500. |
Power Consumption | 0.7 Watt | - |
CONNECTIONS | Sony WH-CH500 | JBL LIVE 460NC |
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Connector Type | USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B) Bluetooth |
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | Sony WH-CH500 | JBL LIVE 460NC |
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Included Accessories | - | USB-C charging cable | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, Android phone, Mac, Windows | Android phone | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 1 year |