JBL Tune 520BT
Score: 77/100
Beats Solo 4 Black
Score: 77/100Rankings
The JBL Tune 520BT on-ear headphones offer an impressive 57 hours of playback and rapid 5-minute quick charging. They lack active noise cancellation and have limited sweat-resistance, making them less suited for intense workouts. Best for commuters and travelers who value long battery life and portability.
Beats Solo 4 are on-ear headphones delivering up to 50 hours of battery life, 40 mm drivers and personalized Spatial Audio in a lightweight design. They lack active noise cancellation and water resistance, and the on-ear form can become uncomfortable over long sessions. Great for listeners who prioritize long battery and spatial sound without needing ANC.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
57 hoursbest | 50 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 156 gbest | 540 g |
| ↓ lower better | 5 minutesbest | 10 minutes |
33 mm | 40 mmbest | |
30 Ωbest | — | |
102 dBbest | — | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 57 hours | 50 hours |
Quick Charge Time (minutes) | 5 minutes | 10 minutes |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 156 g | 540 g |
Audio(1) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 33 mm | 40 mm |
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Professional reviewers commend the Tune 520BT for its compact, lightweight build, easy-to-use controls, and impressive battery endurance, especially the rapid-charge capability. However, they point out that the sound tuning leans heavily toward bass, the lack of ANC and limited sports suitability keep it from competing with higher-end or sport-focused models.
Everyday users praise the powerful bass, long battery life, quick-charge convenience, comfortable fit, and reliable wireless range, while recurring complaints focus on occasional Bluetooth drop-outs, average call quality in noisy settings, fit looseness during intense exercise, and uncertainty about water-resistance protection.
Professional reviewers consider the Beats Solo 4 a solid choice for active listeners, emphasizing their lightweight construction, long battery life, and immersive Spatial Audio. However, they criticize the absence of water resistance and potential discomfort from the on-ear design during extended sessions.
Direct consumer feedback is scarce, but the product's marketing and limited user comments suggest appreciation for its light weight and long battery life, while users may express concerns about ear-cup pressure and lack of sweat resistance during prolonged wear.
