Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods (1st generation) and Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 1st generation 1st generation
Height 4.05 cm 3.09 cm
Width 1.65 cm 2.18 cm
Depth 1.8 cm 2.4 cm
Weight 4 g 5.4 g Apple AirPods (1st generation) are lighter than Apple AirPods (1st generation) headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 4.43 cm x 2.13 cm x 5.35 cm / 38 g Charging case: 6.06 cm x 2.17 cm x 4.52 cm / 45.6 g
Protection - IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods (1st generation) Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Adaptive EQ
Features - Apple H1 chip
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods (1st generation) Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, audio transparency, ANC on/off
CABLE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Cable Type Lightning cable - detachable -
FEATURES Apple AirPods (1st generation) Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri
Sensors Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer, force sensor
Additional Functions - Wireless audio sharing
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods (1st generation) Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life - 5 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 4.5 hours
Continuous talk: up to 3.5 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Continuous talk (with included charging case): up to 18 hours
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Auto On/Off Yes Yes
OTHERS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Included Accessories Charging case 3 pairs of silicone ear tips, wireless charging case, Lightning to USB-C cable
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
Technical support - phone consulting - 90 days
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