AirPods (2nd Generation)
2019UnverifiedRefined AirPods with the H1 chip and hands-free Siri
Launch price $159Today $129
Then vs. now
6449The frontier has moved: down 15 points since 2019.
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| Dimension | At launch | Today |
|---|---|---|
| Sound | 68 | 56 |
| Noise cancelling | 10 | 15 |
| Comfort | 80 | 70 |
| Battery | 72 | 50 |
| Features | 78 | 45 |
| Value | 76 | 56 |
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Why the AirPods (2nd Generation) stands out
Where it beats the average pair of earbuds in its class.
Weight (each)Best in class
4 g
1.8× less than the 7 average
Total With Case
24 hrs
20% more than the 20 average
Specifications
Audio
- Driver Type
- Dynamic
- Active Noise Cancelling
- No
Battery
- Earbud Playtime
- 5 hrs
- Total With Case
- 24 hrs
Fit & Build
- Weight (each)
- 4 g
- Water Resistance
- None
Features & Connectivity
- Bluetooth Version
- 5.0 (H1 chip)
- Voice Assistant
- Hands-free 'Hey Siri'
- Wireless Charging Case
- Optional