Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) review: specs and price
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
Why is Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) better than the average?
- Driver unit size?
11 mmvs9.89 mm - Number of microphones?
4vs2.87 - Bluetooth version?
5.3vs5.02 - Weight?
10.6 gvs14.87 g
Which are the most popular comparisons?
Price comparison
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User reviews
Overall rating
Features
Build quality
9.4/10
5 votes
Sound quality
9.6/10
5 votes
Design
8.8/10
5 votes
Comfort
8.3/10
4 votes
Battery life
8.2/10
5 votes
Design
Fit
In-ear
The fit of the earbuds.
The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
weight
10.6 g
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
has no wires or cables
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together.
wingtips included
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These earbuds come with wingtips that can be attached for a more secure fit. Wingtips come in handy for sports and other physical activities. When used correctly, they prevent the earbuds from falling off.
sweat resistance
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Resistance to sweat makes it ideal for use while doing sports.
is dustproof and water-resistant
✖Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
has RGB lighting
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RGB lighting allows you to choose between millions of colors and customize the look of your PC components.
has stereo speakers
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
Sound quality
has active noise cancellation (ANC)
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
This type of device allows you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the volume to overcome background noise. Ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.
has passive noise reduction
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
The device sits tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal which reduces background noise and prevents your music from leaking out.
driver unit size
11 mm
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
lowest frequency
20 Hz
The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
highest frequency
20000 Hz
The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
has Dolby Atmos
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
Dolby Atmos is a surround sound technology that allows sounds to be interpreted as three-dimensional objects. By doing so, Dolby Atmos allows for immersive, 360-degree sound.
impedance
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
Impedance is the device’s electrical resistance to the current being pushed through it. The lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power.
sound pressure level
100 dB/mW
Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
has a neodymium magnet
✖Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
Power
Battery life
6 hours
The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
Battery life of charging case
24 hours
The battery life of the charging case as given by the manufacturer. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your headphones on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
Battery life (ANC)
4.5 hours
The battery life when using active noise cancellation (ANC), as given by the manufacturer.
charge time
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
battery power
49.7 mAh
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
has wireless charging
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
Has a solar power battery
✖Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
A solar battery takes its energy from light, and stores it in a self-recharging battery which never needs to be changed.
has a battery level indicator
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
has a rechargeable battery
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
Connectivity
Has USB Type-C
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
has LDAC
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LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
has aptX Adaptive
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aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
has aptX Low Latency
✖Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
aptX Low Latency is a codec developed by Qualcomm. It uses Bluetooth 5.0 technology to provide low latency audio (around 40ms), which is useful when you want to avoid audio lag (e.g. when playing games).
has aptX HD
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aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
has aptX
✖Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
aptX is a codec used for transmitting audio wirelessly with Bluetooth. It is developed by Qualcomm, and supports 16-bit audio at a bit rate of 384kbps.
has aptX Lossless
✖Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
aptX Lossless is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 16-bit/44.1kHz audio (at a maximum bit rate of 1200kbps). This codec provides CD-quality audio without any loss of data.
audio latency
126 ms
Latency refers to the time it takes for the audio signal to be transmitted to your headphones/earbuds. Lower latency reduces audio lag, and is particularly important when playing games or watching videos.
Features
has ambient sound mode
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
Ambient sound mode uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard. It’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re jogging but still want to be able to hear traffic.
has in/on-ear detection
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
Sensors can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused, saving battery life.
has find earbuds feature
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
You can use the app to play a sound from your earbuds to help you locate them.
Supports fast charging
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
Fast charging technologies, like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge or MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
has a mute function
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
can be used as a headset
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
A headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for apps that require communication i.e. Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones, etc.
control panel placed on a device
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.
warranty period
1 years
When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Note: This may vary by region.
Has voice prompts
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
With voice prompts, you will automatically receive information via audio messages – for instance, you may find out that the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.
Microphone
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
has a noise-canceling microphone
✔Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
mic sensitivity
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the microphone can pick up.
highest mic frequency
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
The highest frequency that the mic can pick up. Better for recording treble.
lowest mic frequency
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
The lowest frequency that the mic can pick up. Better for recording bass.
Price comparison
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Comments
Connor
5 months ago
10 / 10
Brilliant Noise Cancelling great with iPhones
Connor
5 months ago
10 / 10
I bought these in Paris and flew back to Aus the noise cancelling was amazing it made sleeping easier. The transparency mode is the best of any headphones it’s like nothing is in my ears. Would recommend to those in the Apple ecosystem but not for Windows or Android
Pros
Cons
Santy
4 months ago
5 / 10
Definitivamente se caen mas de lo esperado
Santy
4 months ago
5 / 10
En las veces que los use, ya que no son mios de 30 veces por lo menos 4 o 5 se me han caido y me parece una cantidad muy grande
Dennis
3 months ago
10 / 10
Surpreendente.
Dennis
3 months ago
10 / 10
Cancelamento de ruído adaptável é incrível. Graves, médios e agudos perfeitos mesmo no volume máximo.