AirPods Pro 2 vs QuietComfort Ultra
QuietComfort Ultra
2023 · $349 today
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Dashed outline = score at launch
Why AirPods Pro 2 is better
- Weight: 5.3 g per bud vs 254 g(47.9× less)
- Battery: 6 h + 24 h case vs 24 h ANC on(25% more)
Why QuietComfort Ultra is better
- Driver: 35 mm dynamic vs Custom high-excursion(3.2× more)
Verdict
QuietComfort Ultra leads outright in 4 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | AirPods Pro 2 | QuietComfort Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Driver | Custom high-excursion | 35 mm dynamic● |
| ANC | 2× the original, Adaptive | CustomTune adaptive |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive |
| Spatial audio | Personalised, head-tracked | — |
| Multipoint | — | Yes, 2 devices |
| Practical | ||
| Battery | 6 h + 24 h case● | 24 h ANC on |
| Weight | 5.3 g per bud● | 254 g |
| Charging | USB-C, MagSafe, Qi | USB-C |
| Hearing aid mode | Yes (2024 update) | — |
| Folding | — | Flat + fold |