Sony Sony WH-CH720N (model code: WH-CH720N)

Is the Sony WH-CH720N the “comfort king” of budget ANC—or just lightweight hype? Spoiler: for most people, this is the sweet spot.

Quick Summary Box

·    What it is: Affordable over-ear ANC headphones with long battery and multipoint.

·    Who it’s for: Commuters, Zoom-warriors, budget hunters who value comfort over codec bragging rights.

·    Immediate caveats: No LDAC/aptX; ANC is good, not great.

Key Specs at a Glance

·    Weight: 192 g; among Sony’s lightest ANC headband cans.

·    Battery: up to 35h (ANC on), 50h (off); 3-min = ~1h quick charge; USB-C.

·    Bluetooth 5.2, multipoint; codecs AAC/SBC.

·    30 mm drivers; swivel earcups; wired 3.5 mm support.

·    App: Sony | Headphones Connect with EQ and updates.

Design & Build

Plastic, yes—but smartly sculpted and feather-light at 192g, so you can wear them from standup to sundown without hotspot drama. Earcups swivel flat; they don’t fold, and there’s no case in-box. If you’re rough on gear, the finish won’t hide scuffs.

Display & Multimedia (Sound & Movies)

Stock tuning leans warm with boosted low end; the app EQ fixes the veil if you want more mid clarity. For Netflix, ANC cuts steady rumbles and AC hum decently; sudden chatter still leaks more than premium cans.

Performance & Software

Bluetooth 5.2 is stable, multipoint works cleanly between laptop and phone, and the V1 processor helps ANC without torching battery. No LDAC means you’re on AAC/SBC; practical for iPhone and Android alike, just not “hi-res wireless.”

Cameras

(N/A)

Battery & Charging

Real-world stamina tracks Sony’s claims: ~35 hours with ANC, ~50 without, and a lifesaving 3-minute top-up for about an hour. Charges via USB-C in ~3.5 hours. Translation: charge on Monday, forget the cable till Friday.

Connectivity & Extras

AAC/SBC, multipoint, wired 3.5 mm fallback, Google/Alexa support, and a decent beamforming mic that outperforms some rivals in the bracket. No wear detect. No IP rating.

Brand Claims vs Reality

·    “Lightest NC headband” → It is genuinely light at 192g. ✔️

·    “Long battery life” → 35–50h holds up in practice. ✔️

·    “High-quality sound” → Fun, bass-forward; needs EQ for purists. ➖

·    “Industry-leading ANC” → Not at this price; XM4/XM5 still win. ❌

Comparisons

·    Sony WH-1000XM4: much stronger ANC and LDAC, comfier pads; costs more and weighs more. If silence is your priority, go XM4.

·    JBL Tune 770NC: similar price with lively sound and longer rated battery, but app/EQ depth and call quality favor Sony. (Context via outlets.)

Price & Availability (India)

MRP ₹14,990; typical sale price swings around ₹7–8k on major retailers (Flipkart, Reliance, Croma). Colors: Black, Blue, White (and Pink at select sellers).

FAQ

Q: Does it support wireless “hi-res” (LDAC/aptX)?

No—AAC/SBC only. Use the 3.5 mm cable for lossless wired.

Q: Is it waterproof?

No official IP rating—treat as indoor/commute gear.

Q: How does ANC compare to Sony’s XM series?

Good for price; XM4/XM5 are notably stronger.