Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. Cambridge Audio Melomania 1

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods (1st generation) and Cambridge Audio Melomania 1. 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. Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Cambridge Audio Melomania 1
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 1st generation -
Height 4.05 cm -
Width 1.65 cm -
Depth 1.8 cm -
Weight 4 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 4.43 cm x 2.13 cm x 5.35 cm / 38 g Earphone: 2.7 cm x 1.5 cm 4.6 g
Charging case: 5.9 cm x 2.2 cm x 5 cm / 37 g
Colour - Matte stone | Matte black
Protection - Sweat-resistant, IPX5, water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods (1st generation) Cambridge Audio Melomania 1
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response - 20 - 20000 Hz
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - 0.04%
Sensitivity - 98 dB
Diaphragm - Graphene - 5.8 mm
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Cambridge Audio Melomania 1
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Noise Cancelling - Yes Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - cVc (clear Voice capture) by Qualcomm
Frequency Response - 100 - 8000 Hz
Sensitivity - -42 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods (1st generation) Cambridge Audio Melomania 1
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track Voice assistant
CABLE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Cambridge Audio Melomania 1
Cable Type Lightning cable - detachable Micro-USB charge cable - 31 cm
FEATURES Apple AirPods (1st generation) Cambridge Audio Melomania 1
Sensors Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods (1st generation) Cambridge Audio Melomania 1
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 9 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 9 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 36 hours
Standby Time - 8760 hours
Charging Time - 0.5 hour(s)
Auto On/Off Yes -
OTHERS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Cambridge Audio Melomania 1
Included Accessories Charging case 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), charging case, pair of memory foam ear tips
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac -
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