True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$125
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs Haylou HQ5: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) - Great overall at around $125.
True Wireless
Haylou HQ5
68Good
Price n/a
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery7.5
Calls8.0
Value7.5
Haylou HQ5
Sound6.5
Noise cancelling6.0
Battery6.5
Calls6.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | Haylou HQ5 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $125 | - |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 10mm dynamic drivers |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | Bluetooth V6.0 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 4.5 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 4 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 20 h |
| Full charge time | - | 90 min |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | No | No |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | both | touch |
| Voice assistant | Siri | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.6 g | 4 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | 80 g |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IPX4 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 4 |
What reviewers said
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
These wireless earbuds deliver strong active noise cancellation and a natural-sounding transparency mode, making them a solid pick for Apple users. With around 6 hours of playback per charge and a case that boosts total listening time to 30 hours, they offer dependable daily use. The IP54 rating adds some protection against sweat and splashes, while Bluetooth 5.3 ensures a stable connection for most devices.
- Pro:Excellent active noise cancellation
- Pro:Natural transparency mode for ambient awareness
- Pro:Decent battery life with case
- Con:No multipoint connection
- Con:Limited to AAC codec
- Con:No custom EQ in app
Haylou HQ5
The Haylou HQ5 delivers a budget-friendly true wireless experience with adaptive active noise cancellation, a lightweight 10mm driver setup, and a four-microphone array for clear calls. It supports Bluetooth 6.0, AAC and SBC codecs, and offers a practical battery life of up to 22 hours with the charging case, though ANC use cuts that down significantly. With an IPX4 rating and touch controls, it's a solid pick for value-focused listeners who want core modern features without a premium price tag. Its pros and cons are listed below.
- Pro:Effective adaptive ANC for the price
- Pro:Very lightweight at just 4g per bud
- Pro:Decent total battery life with case
- Con:No multipoint connection support
- Con:Battery drops sharply with ANC on
- Con:No wireless charging or custom EQ
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