As in the vast majority of products that Apple puts on the market, its Bluetooth headphones do not go unnoticed. Rivers of ink flowed when the company was introduced AirPods Max They also ran when they announced AirPods Pro second generation. We are The two options are the most complete from its catalog and share some characteristics, but also have many differences. We put them face to face.
Features of AirPods Pro (2022) vs. AirPods Max
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Specifications |
AirPods Pro (2nd generation) |
AirPods Max |
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Dimensions and weight |
Ear Cups: 1.25″ H x 0.75″ W, 0.95″ Thick, 0.2 oz | Box: 1-1/2″ H x 2-1/2″ W x 2.17″ D Weight: 20 grams |
Speakers: 7″H x 6.86″W, 3.34″D, 384.8g | Box: 134.5 grams |
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sound technology |
Apple’s custom high-trip software, Custom High Dynamic Range amplifier, Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Ambient Mode, Slotted Pressure Compensation, Spatial Audio with Dynamic Head Tracking, Adaptive EQ |
Apple-designed dynamic driver, active noise cancellation, ambient sound mode, custom spatial audio with dynamic head tracking and adaptive equalizer |
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tentacles |
Dual beamforming microphones, inward-facing microphone, skin sensor, motion-sensing accelerometer, voice-sensing accelerometer, touch control |
Optical sensor (in each earbud), position sensor (in each earbud), holster (in each earbud), accelerometer (in each earbud), gyroscope (left earbud), nine microphones |
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chip |
The Apple H2 chip for the earphones and the U1 chip in the MagSafe charging case |
H1 chip (in each speaker) |
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Regulations |
press once to play or pause the sound or answer a call; press twice to go to the next song; press three times to return to the previous song; press and hold to switch between active noise cancellation and adaptive ambient sound mode; Swipe up or down to adjust the volume and say “Hey Siri” to hear a song, make a call, get directions and more |
Digital Crown to control volume, playback, song skip/back, and summon Siri; Noise control button and “Hey Siri” |
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Sweat and water resistance |
IPX4 (headphones and case) |
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independence |
Up to 6 hours of audio playback on a single charge (up to 5.5 hours if spatial audio playback), or up to 4.5 hours of talk time | With this case you get up to 30 hours of audio playback or up to 24 hours of talk time. Five minutes of charging equals one hour of playback or conversation |
Up to 20 hours of audio playback per charge with Ambient Sound or ANC mode turned on, and a five-minute charge provides about 1.5 hours of audio playback |
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Connection |
Bluetooth 5.3 |
Bluetooth 5.0 |
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Compatibility |
iPhone and iPod touch models with the latest version of iOS, iPad models with the latest version of iPadOS, Apple Watch models with the latest version of watchOS, Mac models with the latest version of macOS, and Apple TV models with the latest version of tvOS |
iPhone and iPod touch models with the latest version of iOS, iPad models with the latest version of iPadOS, Apple Watch models with the latest version of watchOS, Mac models with the latest version of macOS, and Apple TV models with the latest version of tvOS |
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price |
AirPods Pro (2nd generation)
New Apple AirPods MAX – Space Gray
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designThe first obvious difference between the headphones is their design. AirPods Max is a headband and second generation AirPods Pro that are much smaller and completely wireless. This makes The Pro is more versatile and easy to take anywhere, while the AirPods Max are more comfortable to use at home For their size once they run out of use, it wouldn’t be as easy as putting a few AirPods Pro in their case and slipping them into your pocket.
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sound technology: in both headphones we find Active noise cancellationAmbient sound mode, spatial audio with dynamic head tracking and adaptive balance.
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tentacles: As in the previous section, the two motions have practically the same sensors, however On AirPods Max they are copied; Except for the gyroscope, which is only on the left earcup, there are two of each on each earcup.
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chip: Apple released the new H2 chip in the second generation AirPods ProThat means improvements: twice the noise cancellation of the original Pros, an adaptive transparency mode, and better acoustics. Having the AirPods Max H1 (two, one in each earbud) isn’t a problem: they launched in 2020, two years before the Pro 2. And they continue to offer fast connections with Apple devices, “Hey Siri,” etc. that.
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Sweat and water resistance: Apple has not shared information about the level of sweat and water resistance of the AirPods Max. They are not headphones designed for sports and taking them to the gym. AirPods Pro 2nd generation is IPX4 certifiedwhich allows them to be used, for example, in racing without fear that sweat will damage them.
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Regulations: Not all earbuds allow you to raise the volume with a gesture or tap, but the AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods Max do.. In the case of the Pro 2, Apple has provided them with a small touch surface with which we can increase or decrease the volume by moving our finger. On the Max it is through the Digital Crown. Of course, it is possible to pause/resume, skip/undo playback, and even change the sound mode.
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issue: Although the design of the AirPods Pro has not changed compared to the first, the case contains some interesting additions: a speaker and an H1 chip to be able to locate them more easily in case of loss. The AirPods Max does not recharge its battery, it is more of a case, but it is necessary for the headphones to go into sleep mode because they do not have a stop button. Many did not like its design, as it is very impractical.
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independence: Increased the number of hours that second-generation AirPods Pro can play content without going through the charging case compared to the first model, which now lasts up to six hours. AirPods Max, as usual in headphones, have a longer autonomy, and It can last up to 20 hours of audio playback with active noise cancellation. The problem with the AirPods Max is that they don’t have a dedicated button to turn them off, they just go to sleep when they’re put in their case, which is one of their most criticized points.
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priceThese are not cheap bluetooth headphones. The cost of the second generation AirPods Pro 299 euros And AirPods Max… 629 euros.
AirPods Pro (2022) VS AirPods Max, which one to buy?
The second-generation AirPods Pro and AirPods Max don’t quite compete with each other, but one can tell Two complements. The former is more versatile due to its size, comfortable to wear and goes unnoticed, and is better for taking on the street or playing sports, while the AirPods Max encourage you to use them more at home.
The sound quality of the AirPods Max makes it one of the best in its range and is ideal for fully enjoying the subscription to Apple Music and Apple TV +, but its autonomy, although sufficient for a good movie or music session, is not the best in its class, and the price can also be a reason to ignore it. It is better to wait for an offer that will lower it by a lotas it cost about 400 euros.
The second-generation AirPods Pro aren’t cheap headphones either, but their capabilities make them Safer purchase: Improvements in noise cancellation, being more easily found if lost, and easier to transport are some points to consider.
AirPods Pro (2nd generation)
New Apple AirPods MAX – Space Gray
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