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Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs Huawei FreeBuds 5 Pro 2: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs Huawei FreeBuds 5 Pro 2, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score 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
Huawei FreeBuds 5 Pro 2

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Specifications

Specification comparison of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs Huawei FreeBuds 5 Pro 2
SpecApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)Huawei FreeBuds 5 Pro 2
TypeTrue WirelessTrue Wireless
Price (USD)$125$240
HearWiki score84 / 100 · GreatNot scored
Released20222024
Audio
Driverdynamichybrid
Driver size11 mm11 mm
Drivers per side22
Frequency response20 Hz - 20,000 Hz14Hz-48kHz
Impedance16 Ω-
Sensitivity100 dB/mW-
Wireless
Bluetooth5.3BT 6
Bluetooth version5.3-
CodecsSBC, AACL2HC, LDAC, AAC
Multipoint pairingNoYes
Wireless range-10 m
Battery
Battery life-8 h
Battery life (ANC on)-6 h
Battery incl. case30 h38 h
Full charge time-40 min
Quick charge-10 min = 2 h
Wireless chargingYesYes
Features
ANC typeadaptiveadaptive
Transparency modeYesYes
Companion appYesYes
Custom EQNoYes
Wear detectionYesYes
Controlsbothboth
Voice assistantSirisupported
Design
Weight10.6 g5.5 g
Case weight50.8 g43 g
Water resistanceIP54IP54
FoldableNo-
Detachable cableNoNo
USB-CYesYes
Model code-HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 5

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

Huawei FreeBuds 5 Pro 2

These premium true wireless earbuds pair a hybrid dual-driver setup with adaptive noise cancellation, delivering rich, detailed sound across an extended frequency range. They boast a robust feature set including multipoint connectivity, high-resolution codec support, wireless charging, and quick-charge capability, all housed in a compact, water-resistant design. With up to 8 hours of playtime on a single charge and a total of 38 hours with the case, they're built for all-day use.

  • Pro:Adaptive ANC with dual-engine processing
  • Pro:Hybrid dual-driver sound with wide frequency response
  • Pro:Long battery life with fast charging and wireless case
  • Con:Battery life drops to 6 hours with ANC on
  • Con:No official IP rating for the charging case
  • Con:Proprietary codec may not work with all devices

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