The catch
Sony WH-CH720N
Even with the lighter 192 g frame, the earcups do not fold inward.
Side by side
Sony WH-CH720N vs soundcore Space One Compared: Space One folds, Sony saves 73 g
Quick verdict
If low weight comes first, get the Sony WH-CH720N, which weighs 192 g and saves 73 g. If the headphones need to fold into your bag, or you want LDAC on a compatible device, get the Space One. Its support guide says to leave LDAC mode before you pair for multipoint.
Before you buy
Why, and what it costs you
The lightest pair is the one that will not fold
Space One folds inward even though CH720N is 27.5% lighter. Needing low weight and needing tight packing pull in opposite directions.
Where this comes from
27.5% = (265 - 192) / 265 × 100. There is no inward-folding hinge on Sony, and soundcore documents folding earcups.
The catch
soundcore Space One
Sony is 73 g lighter than Space One.
Sony WH-CH720N
- Why pick it
- Stay under 200 g of headphone weight
- Rely on the passive cable backup Sony documents
- The catch
- Even with the lighter 192 g frame, the earcups do not fold inward.
soundcore Space One
- Why pick it
- Travel with a pair that folds inward
- Run LDAC from a compatible source once the right connection mode is set
- The catch
- Sony is 73 g lighter than Space One.
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What this page compares
Weight, folding, ANC battery life and LDAC with multipoint, compared for the Sony WH-CH720N and soundcore Space One. See which one makes the better commuter setup.
If low weight comes first, get the Sony WH-CH720N, which weighs 192 g and saves 73 g. If the headphones need to fold into your bag, or you want LDAC on a compatible device, get the Space One. Its support guide says to leave LDAC mode before you pair for multipoint.
Which one fits
Pick the situations that sound like you
I want headphones that weigh under 200 g
CH720N weighs 192 g, while Space One weighs 265 g and goes over this weight limit.
- Sony WH-CH720N
- Good
- soundcore Space One
- Not suitable
My bag calls for earcups that fold inward
The inward fold belongs to Space One. CH720N lacks that packing hinge.
- Sony WH-CH720N
- Not suitable
- soundcore Space One
- Good
LDAC from my compatible Android phone is something I specifically want
LDAC works on Space One, and CH720N supports SBC and AAC instead.
- Sony WH-CH720N
- Not suitable
- soundcore Space One
- Good
I want LDAC and a simple multipoint pairing routine at once
LDAC is not available on Sony. soundcore tells users to exit LDAC mode before multipoint pairing, so the two features are not an unrestricted combination.
- Sony WH-CH720N
- Not suitable
- soundcore Space One
- Caution
In practice
Differences you will notice
The lightest pair is the one that will not fold
Space One folds inward even though CH720N is 27.5% lighter. Needing low weight and needing tight packing pull in opposite directions.
How we worked this out
27.5% = (265 - 192) / 265 × 100. There is no inward-folding hinge on Sony, and soundcore documents folding earcups.
With ANC enabled, the gap is five hours
The 40-hour ANC rating for Space One beats the 35-hour Sony claim by 14.3%. If you plan to keep ANC on, that is a smaller difference than the 55-hour soundcore headline might suggest.
How we worked this out
14.3% = (40 - 35) / 35 × 100. The 55-hour Space One figure is for normal mode without ANC.
LDAC brings a setup decision to a two-device day
LDAC is available on Space One, yet its support FAQ says to exit that mode before you start multipoint pairing. Before buying, decide which matters more, that codec or the simplest phone-and-laptop setup.
How we worked this out
Users are told outright in the soundcore Space One FAQ to exit LDAC mode before multipoint pairing. For CH720N, Sony lists SBC and AAC and no LDAC option.
Plug in your setup
Which headphones suit the way you listen?
Start with how you listen. Charging over USB is not the same as playing audio over USB, and some headphones need power even on a cable. These answers are placeholders until you apply your own.
Sony WH-CH720N
Passes these checksPlays over Bluetooth.
soundcore Space One
Passes these checksPlays over Bluetooth.
Battery figures are maker claims for the stated mode. They do not reflect measured travel time. Volume, codec, calls and battery age all change runtime. Closed earcups can still leak some sound. Weight alone does not predict comfort. USB audio needs a compatible source and cable. This check does not judge sound quality, mic quality or amplifier power.
Option A
Sony, WH-CH720N
WH-CH720N
A sensible place to start if you want noise cancellation without a heavy headset. At 192 g it is lighter than the CH730N, but it cannot fold inward to pack down.
- Best for
- Noise-canceling listening in a light pair
Facts we checked
- The headphones weigh approximately 192 g.
- With noise cancellation on, the rating is up to 35 hours, and with it off it is 50 hours.
- Passive playback is supported, and the analog cable detaches.
- Two-device multipoint and SBC or AAC audio are supported.
Option B
soundcore, Space One
Space One
A folding travel pair offering ANC and multipoint, with a 40-hour ANC-on rating. Its 55-hour figure is longer but only holds with noise cancellation off.
- Best for
- Train commutes and workdays split between laptop and phone
Facts we checked
- In normal mode the manufacturer's rating is 55 hours, and with ANC it is 40 hours.
- Its listed weight comes to 265 g.
- Support covers multipoint, an AUX connection and adjustable transparency.
Spec by spec
Where they really differ
| Spec | Sony WH-CH720N | soundcore Space One | In practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Headphone weight | 192 g | 265 g | Before cables or a case are added, Sony is 73 g lighter. |
| ANC playback rating | Up to 35 hours | Up to 40 hours | Space One gets five more rated hours, although testing conditions differ. |
| Inward folding | No | Yes | The more adaptable packed shape belongs to the heavier model. |
| LDAC | Not supported | Supported with a compatible source | This option counts only if the sending device supports LDAC. |
| Multipoint setup | Two-device multipoint | Exit LDAC mode before multipoint pairing | If you need to switch between laptop and phone, factor in the mode change. |
Trade-offs
What each pick costs you
With Sony WH-CH720N
- SBC and AAC end the codec list, and LDAC is not on it.
With soundcore Space One
- The guide says to leave LDAC mode before you do multipoint pairing.
Change of plan
When the answer changes
Weighing under 200 g is non-negotiable for me
Go with Sony WH-CH720N. In this pair, only Sony comes in under the limit.
I need a folding hinge and 265 g is fine with me
Go with soundcore Space One. The inward-folding shape comes from Space One.
I need a guarantee of 40 real hours of ANC playback
Neither model fits. A manufacturer maximum guarantees nothing for your volume, calls, codec and battery age.
Decision guide
How to decide
Weight is the strength of the Sony WH-CH720N, at 192 g and 73 g less. The Space One is the one to pick when the headphones have to fold into a bag or when you want LDAC on a compatible device. Its support guide asks you to exit LDAC mode before multipoint pairing.
Decide what kind of portability you are after
On the numbers, Sony suits anyone who dislikes the weight of a headset. Space One answers a different problem, with a folding design for tight bag space. Those are two separate benefits. And a weight figure alone can’t settle comfort, since ear pressure, padding and head shape still play a part.
A codec badge only helps if your source supports it
Support on the headphone side doesn’t make an iPhone an LDAC source. Planning to use Space One with an Android phone and a laptop? Look at the connection mode in the soundcore app, because its pairing guidance exposes a trade-off that a yes-or-no feature list hides.
Compare the battery claims with ANC turned on
Sony’s figure is 35 hours with noise cancellation on, while soundcore’s is 40 hours in its test with an iPhone at half volume. That five-hour gap helps you think about charging habits, but it doesn’t prove better ANC or longer life under every codec. Charge conservatively before an important trip.
What this page can’t tell you
- Both companies’ battery numbers are manufacturer maximums measured under the conditions each one states. Sound quality, noise reduction, fit and call quality were not measured by us for this comparison.
By the numbers
What the data shows
What we found across the headphones we compare, plus the checked facts behind each finding.
How many fit
Only 3 of the 60 models checked meet every need here: “I want a pair that weighs 250 g or less”, “My bag has no space left”, “I go back and forth between laptop and phone”, and “I am taking a long flight with a connection”.
3 models fit, out of 60 checkedShow the facts and the math
How we countedThe count uses each product's current fit ratings for “I want a pair that weighs 250 g or less”, “My bag has no space left”, “I go back and forth between laptop and phone”, and “I am taking a long flight with a connection”. A need with no documented match is not counted.
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Sony WH-CH720N
Stay under 200 g of headphone weight
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Travel with a pair that folds inward
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