Apple AirPods Pro 2 vs Apple AirPods Pro 2

Tie wins — These are the exact same product, so performance, features, and scores match completely

Scores: Apple AirPods Pro 2 9/10 · Apple AirPods Pro 2 9/10

These are the exact same product, so performance, features, and scores match completely. Both earn top marks for ANC from RTINGS lab tests and CNET battery evaluations showing 5.5 hours per charge. The comparison is a tie with no meaningful differences in real-world use.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Apple AirPods Pro 2Apple AirPods Pro 2
Battery Life30 hours total with case30 hours total with case
Noise CancellationActive ANC with transparency modeActive ANC with transparency mode
ChipApple H2Apple H2
Water ResistanceIPX4IPX4

Apple AirPods Pro 2

What works

  • Industry-leading active noise cancellation
  • Seamless integration with Apple devices via H2 chip
  • Adaptive audio and spatial audio with head tracking

What doesn't

  • Premium price compared to competitors
  • Battery life shorter than some over-ear options

Apple AirPods Pro 2

What works

  • Industry-leading active noise cancellation
  • Seamless integration with Apple devices via H2 chip
  • Adaptive audio and spatial audio with head tracking

What doesn't

  • Premium price compared to competitors
  • Battery life shorter than some over-ear options

Bottom line

Our pick: Apple AirPods Pro 2. It edges out the alternative on industry-leading active noise cancellation. That said, Apple AirPods Pro 2 still wins on industry-leading active noise cancellation — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.

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