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  1. Table of Contents
  2. Top
  3. Main Differences
  4. Design
    1. Style
    2. Comfort
    3. Controls
    4. Breathability
    5. Portability
    6. Case
    7. Build Quality
    8. Stability
    9. Headshots 1
    10. Headshots 2
    11. Top
    12. In The Box
  5. Sound
    1. Sound Profile
    2. Frequency Response Consistency
    3. Raw Frequency Response
    4. Bass Profile: Target Compliance
    5. Mid-Range Profile: Target Compliance
    6. Treble Profile: Target Compliance
    7. Peaks/Dips
    8. Imaging
    9. Passive Soundstage
    10. Virtual Soundstage
    11. Weighted Harmonic Distortion
    12. Test Settings
  6. Isolation
    1. Noise Isolation - Full Range
    2. Noise Isolation - Common Scenarios
    3. Noise Isolation - Voice Handling
    4. ANC Wind Handling
    5. Leakage
  7. Microphone
    1. Microphone Style
    2. Recording Quality
    3. Noise Handling
  8. Active Features
    1. Battery
    2. App Support
  9. Connectivity
    1. Wired Connection
    2. Bluetooth Connection
    3. Wireless Connection (Dongle)
    4. PC Compatibility
    5. PlayStation Compatibility
    6. Xbox Compatibility
    7. Base/Dock
  10. Comments

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) vs Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation)
Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless

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Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Picture
Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Picture

Variants

  • AirPods Pro (2nd generation) (White)
  • AirPods Pro (2nd generation) (USB‑C) (White)
  • WH-1000XM5 (Black)
  • WH-1000XM5 (Midnight Blue)
  • WH-1000XM5 (Silver)
  • WH-1000XM5 (Smoky Pink)

Our Verdict

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation)

Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) and the Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless are significantly different products. The Apple are in-ear monitors designed for use with other Apple products. They're more comfortable and stable than the Sony. Additionally, they feature an H2 chip, which brings Apple-exclusive functionality like seamless device switching. Meanwhile, the Sony are over-ear headphones that are less restrictive, allowing for ecosystem-agnostic multi-device pairing and sound customization on their Android and iOS compatible app.

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