Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. Philips TAE1205BK

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Apple AirPods (1st generation) and Philips TAE1205BK. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. Philips TAE1205BK Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Philips TAE1205BK
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 1st generation -
Height 4.05 cm 2.25 cm
Width 1.65 cm 1.4 cm
Depth 1.8 cm -
Weight 4 g 35 g Apple AirPods (1st generation) are lighter than Apple AirPods (1st generation) headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 4.43 cm x 2.13 cm x 5.35 cm / 38 g -
Colour - Black
Protection - Waterproof, sweat-resistant, IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods (1st generation) Philips TAE1205BK
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Frequency Response - 20 - 20000 Hz
Sensitivity - 108.5 dB
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Diaphragm - PET - 8 mm
Magnet Material - NdFeB
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Philips TAE1205BK
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - On-cable
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods (1st generation) Philips TAE1205BK
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track Answer/end, play/pause, reject call
CABLE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Philips TAE1205BK
Cable Type Lightning cable - detachable USB-C charge cable - 61.8 cm
FEATURES Apple AirPods (1st generation) Philips TAE1205BK
Sensors Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods (1st generation) Philips TAE1205BK
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life - 7 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 7 hours
Auto On/Off Yes -
CONNECTIONS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Philips TAE1205BK
Connector Type - USB
Bluetooth
OTHERS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Philips TAE1205BK
Included Accessories Charging case USB-C charging cable
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac -
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