Sony WH-CH520 Review — Best Lightweight Wireless Headphones Under $60

The Sony WH-CH520 is a lightweight wireless headphone that trades premium features for exceptional battery life, practical connectivity, and Sony’s reliable audio engineering — all under $60.

50 hours of battery life is the headline number, and it’s real. Charge it once and use it for most of a week. When you do run low, Quick Charge delivers 1.5 hours of playback from a 3-minute USB-C charge — enough to get through a meeting when you forgot to plug in overnight.

Multipoint Bluetooth connects to two devices simultaneously. Switch between your phone and laptop without manually disconnecting and reconnecting. For anyone who uses headphones across a home office setup and a phone, this feature alone justifies the price premium over single-device competitors.

At 147g the CH520 is among the lightest headphones in its price range. The on-ear design sits lightly without clamping pressure. Extended listening sessions remain comfortable in a way that heavier headphones don’t manage.

The 30mm drivers produce a balanced sound signature — clear mids and highs, modest but accurate bass. Sony has tuned these for general listening rather than bass-boosted consumer preferences, which works better across music genres and spoken word content.

Bluetooth 5.2 with SBC and AAC codec support covers most use cases. No LDAC at this price tier, but AAC on iPhone and SBC elsewhere covers typical streaming quality without issues.

Verdict

The WH-CH520 is the practical choice in budget wireless headphones. 50 hours of battery, multipoint Bluetooth, quick charge, and lightweight comfort cover the real-world use cases that matter most. Solid value from a brand with decades of headphone experience.