True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$125
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs Soundcore P40i: 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
Soundcore P40i
76Great
$69
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
Soundcore P40i
Sound6.5
Noise cancelling6.0
Battery9.0
Calls7.0
Value8.5
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | Soundcore P40i |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $125 | $69 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 76 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2022 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 14 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Wireless | - | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.x |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 12 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 10 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 60 h |
| Full charge time | - | 180 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 5 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | 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 | Siri / Google Assistant |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.6 g | 54 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IPX5 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 6 |
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
Soundcore P40i
The Soundcore P40i are feature-packed budget earbuds with standout battery life and a versatile charging case that doubles as a phone stand. They deliver heavy bass and solid ANC for the price, though fit and tuning may not suit everyone. Overall, they offer exceptional value for everyday use, especially for sports and travel.
- Pro:Outstanding battery life with charging case
- Pro:Versatile case doubles as a phone stand
- Pro:Strong feature set for the price
- Con:Heavy bass and treble may be polarizing
- Con:Fit can be loose for some ears
- Con:ANC could be stronger out of the box
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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