AirPods Pro 2vsSony WF-1000XM5
Last updated: November 3, 2025
The Verdict
Sony WF-1000XM5 wins on sound quality and noise cancellation. AirPods Pro 2 offers seamless Apple integration and spatial audio.
Choose the Sony WF-1000XM5 if: Superior sound quality and noise cancellation
Choose the AirPods Pro 2 if: Choose AirPods Pro 2 if you're in the Apple ecosystem
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Spec-by-Spec Breakdown
| FEATURE | AIRPODS PRO 2 | SONY WF-1000XM5 |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Cancellation | Excellent | Industry-leading |
| Battery Life | 6 hours (30h with case) | 8 hours (24h with case) |
| Sound Quality | Very Good | Excellent |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Price | $249 | $299 |
Pros & Cons
AirPods Pro 2
PROS
- • Seamless ecosystem integration
- • Lighter and more comfortable fit
CONS
- • Superior sound quality and noise cancellation
- • Superior audio and noise cancellation
- • Longer individual earbud battery life
Sony WF-1000XM5
PROS
- • Superior sound quality and noise cancellation
- • Superior audio and noise cancellation
- • Longer individual earbud battery life
CONS
- • Seamless ecosystem integration
- • Lighter and more comfortable fit
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