True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$120
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs Xiaomi Buds 6: 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
Xiaomi Buds 6
68Good
$99
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
Xiaomi Buds 6
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling6.0
Battery6.5
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | Xiaomi Buds 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $120 | $99 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2025 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | - |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 16Hz-40kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | - |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, LC3 |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 6 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 3.5 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 35 h |
| Full charge time | - | 90 min |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 2 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | - |
| Features | ||
| ANC type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | No | - |
| Wear detection | Yes | - |
| Controls | both | - |
| Voice assistant | Siri | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.6 g | 8.8 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | 34.5 g |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP54 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
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
Xiaomi Buds 6
The Xiaomi Buds 6 are true wireless earbuds that combine active noise cancellation with solid wireless performance. They offer around 6 hours of playback per charge, which can be extended to roughly 35 hours with the included case, and support high-quality LDAC streaming over Bluetooth 5.4. With multipoint connectivity and an IP54 rating, they're designed for versatile daily use, though their ANC runtime is relatively modest. They feature dynamic 11mm drivers and a compact, lightweight build.
- Pro:Supports LDAC for high-resolution audio
- Pro:Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint for seamless device switching
- Pro:Compact and light at just 8.8g per bud
- Con:ANC battery life is short at only 3.5 hours
- Con:Charging case adds weight but total battery is average
- Con:Frequency response extends to 40kHz, which may be inaudible to many listeners
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