True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$120
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs OnePlus Buds 2 Pro: 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
OnePlus Buds 2 Pro
76Great
$85
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
OnePlus Buds 2 Pro
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery8.5
Calls7.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | OnePlus Buds 2 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $120 | $85 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 76 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2022 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 11mm + 6mm dual drivers |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz | 10 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | 97 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LHDC, LC3 |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Latency | - | 54 ms |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 9 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 6 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 39 h |
| Full charge time | - | 100 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | No | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | No |
| Controls | both | touch |
| Voice assistant | Siri | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 5.3 g | 4.9 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | 47.3 g |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP55 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Model code | - | OnePlus Buds Pro 2 |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 3 |
| Call noise reduction | - | AI call noise reduction |
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
OnePlus Buds 2 Pro
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 are premium true wireless earbuds that combine an 11mm dynamic driver with active noise cancellation and support for high-resolution audio via LHDC 4.0. They deliver a robust feature set including multipoint Bluetooth connectivity, an IP55 water-resistance rating, and a combined battery life of up to 39 hours with the charging case. With a wide frequency response and solid sensitivity, these earbuds aim to provide a versatile listening experience for everyday use.
- Pro:Supports LHDC 4.0 for high-quality wireless audio
- Pro:Long total battery life with the charging case
- Pro:IP55 water resistance for sweat and light rain protection
- Con:Battery life drops significantly with ANC enabled
- Con:No official LDAC support, limiting some high-res options
- Con:Earbuds are relatively heavy at 9.8 grams each
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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