Edifier WH950NB Gen 2
Score: 89/100
Apple AirPods Pro 3
Score: 86/100Rankings
The Edifier WH950NB Gen 2 delivers ultra-long battery life, fast charging and an 8-level hybrid ANC with LDAC support. Its weight is higher than many competitors and it lacks AAC codec support, which may affect some users. Best suited for Android commuters and travelers who prioritize battery endurance and ANC over ultimate sound fidelity.
Apple AirPods Pro 3 are premium true-wireless earbuds with advanced ANC, heart-rate sensing, live translation and personalized Spatial Audio powered by the H2 chip, providing up to 8 hours of ANC playback. The case is bulkier and full feature set requires the latest iOS, making them less universal. Best suited for ecosystem-locked users demanding top-tier ANC and health features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
55 hoursbest | 8 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 296 g | 9.07 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 10 minutesbest | — |
40 mmbest | — | |
91 dBbest | — | |
2 yearsbest | 1 years |
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Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 55 hours | 8 hours |
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Weight (g) | 296 g | 9.07 g |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 2 years | 1 years |
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Professional reviewers commend the WH950NB for its impressive multi-mode ANC, exceptionally long battery life, comfortable earpads, fast 10-minute charge and LDAC hi-res audio support, while noting that the sound quality does not reach audiophile levels and the lack of AAC codec limits some device compatibility.
Everyday users consistently praise the headphones for their comfort during long sessions, reliable ANC, long-lasting battery and clear call quality, with the fast-charge feature and safe-volume app controls also receiving positive remarks. The main criticisms echo expert concerns about sound fidelity and missing AAC support.
“great pair of headphones for personal/professional use”
“more exciting”
Professional reviewers commend the AirPods Pro 2 for its markedly improved active noise cancellation, the power of the H2 audio chip, and the immersive Spatial Audio experience, while noting that the product's marketing leans heavily on Apple-provided data and that the lack of interchangeable ear-tips may limit acoustic customization.
Everyday users consistently praise the strong ANC, long battery life, and comfortable fit, but they also voice frustration over the bulkier case, the necessity of staying within the Apple ecosystem for full feature access, and occasional fit challenges despite the multiple ear-tip sizes.
