Beats Powerbeats Pro
Score: 79/100
Apple AirPods Pro
Score: 77/100Rankings
The Powerbeats Pro are true-wireless earbuds with a secure-fit ear-hook design and up to 9 hours of playback on a charge, highlighted by the Apple H1 chip for fast, stable connectivity. They lack active noise cancellation and fast-charging capabilities. Ideal for athletes and Apple ecosystem users who prioritize durability and battery life.
The first-generation AirPods Pro are in-ear earbuds offering active noise cancellation and spatial audio with a compact, sweat-resistant design. They lack fast charging and touch controls, and detailed IP rating is unspecified. Ideal for Apple users seeking ANC without the latest features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
9 hoursbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 20.3 g | 5.4 gbest |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 hoursbest | — |
— | 3best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 20.3 g | 5.4 g |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the solid sound quality, secure fit, and H1 chip integration, while noting the absence of ANC.
Users appreciate the comfortable ear-hooks and long battery life, but miss ANC.
Professional reviewers praise the AirPods Pro 1 for its meticulous engineering, advanced audio components, and effective noise cancellation.
User feedback is mixed, reflected in a 3.7-out-of-5 rating, indicating appreciation for sound and ANC but some reservations.
