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Apple AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C)VSSony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Headphones

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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 WH-1000XM5 Wireless Headphones

Retail Price£299
Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Headphones
4.8(915 Reviews Rated)
Best Suited For
Over-ear comfortIndustry-leading ANCOffice CallsLong Flights
Local Retail Availability
Amazon UK£299Argos£303
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The Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Headphones leads overall spec scores by compatible margins.

Open Specs Sheet
Specification KeyApple AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C)Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Headphones
Design Categoryearbudsheadphones
Connection Standardbluetoothhybrid
Active Noise Cancellation✅ Active ANC✅ Active ANC
Continuous Playback6 Hours30 Hours
Driver Diameter11 mm30 mm
Waterproof RatingIP54IPX0
Earbud Weight5.3 g250 g
Heuristics Compatibility Score91/10096/100