True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$125
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs Lypertek PurePlay Z7: 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
Lypertek PurePlay Z7
66Good
$89
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
Lypertek PurePlay Z7
Sound7.5
Battery7.0
Calls5.5
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | Lypertek PurePlay Z7 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $125 | $89 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 66 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 6 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 3 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | - |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 10 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 80 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | No |
| ANC type | adaptive | none |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | No | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | both | both |
| Voice assistant | Siri | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.6 g | - |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IPX5 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 1 |
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
Lypertek PurePlay Z7
The Lypertek PurePlay Z7 true wireless earbuds emphasize audio performance with a triple-driver hybrid setup and broad codec support, including aptX Adaptive. They offer a remarkably long total battery life of up to 80 hours with the charging case and IPX5 water resistance, but they skip active noise cancellation and in-ear detection, and the single microphone is only average for calls. Overall, these are for listeners who prioritize sound quality and endurance over extra features.
- Pro:Excellent, detailed sound with triple-driver design
- Pro:Exceptional battery life with the charging case
- Pro:Supports aptX Adaptive and AAC codecs
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Lacks wear detection sensors
- Con:Mediocre call quality from the single mic
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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