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.