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Apple AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C)VSSony WF-1000XM5 Truly Wireless Earbuds

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Apple Hardware

Apple AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C)

Retail Price£229
Apple AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C)
4.8(824 Reviews Rated)
Best Suited For
Apple EcosystemActive Noise CancellingPocket convenienceDaily Commute
Local Retail Availability
Amazon UK£229Argos£233
Sony Hardware

Sony WF-1000XM5 Truly Wireless Earbuds

Retail Price£219
Sony WF-1000XM5 Truly Wireless Earbuds
4.7(412 Reviews Rated)
Best Suited For
Noise CancellationHi-Res AudioAndroid LDACSound Tuning
Local Retail Availability
Amazon UK£219Argos£223
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The Sony WF-1000XM5 Truly Wireless Earbuds leads overall spec scores by compatible margins.

Open Specs Sheet
Specification KeyApple AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C)Sony WF-1000XM5 Truly Wireless Earbuds
Design Categoryearbudsearbuds
Connection Standardbluetoothbluetooth
Active Noise Cancellation✅ Active ANC✅ Active ANC
Continuous Playback6 Hours8 Hours
Driver Diameter11 mm8.4 mm
Waterproof RatingIP54IPX4
Earbud Weight5.3 g5.9 g
Heuristics Compatibility Score91/10095/100