Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. RHA CL2 Planar

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Apple AirPods (1st generation) and RHA CL2 Planar. 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. RHA CL2 Planar Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods (1st generation) RHA CL2 Planar
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, 2.5 mm jack
Product Generation 1st generation -
Height 4.05 cm -
Width 1.65 cm -
Depth 1.8 cm -
Weight 4 g 9 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 -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods (1st generation) RHA CL2 Planar
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear - neckband
Headphones Technology - Planar magnetic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Audio Codec - aptX
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response - 16 - 45000 Hz
Max Input Power - 10 mW
Sensitivity - 89 dB/mW
Impedance - 15 Ohm
Diaphragm - 10 mm
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods (1st generation) RHA CL2 Planar
Form Factor Built-in -
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods (1st generation) RHA CL2 Planar
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track -
CABLE Apple AirPods (1st generation) RHA CL2 Planar
Cable Type Lightning cable - detachable MMCX to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable - OFC - straight
MMCX to sub-mini-phone 2.5 mm cable - detachable - straight
USB-C charge cable
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Apple AirPods (1st generation) RHA CL2 Planar
Sensors Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods (1st generation) RHA CL2 Planar
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Auto On/Off Yes -
CONNECTIONS Apple AirPods (1st generation) RHA CL2 Planar
Connector Type - 2 x headphones (MMCX)
OTHERS Apple AirPods (1st generation) RHA CL2 Planar
Included Accessories Charging case Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, 3 pairs of Comply foam ear tips, adjustable sports clip, 6 pairs of dual density ear tips (small, medium, large), ear tips holder, 3 pairs of double flange ear tips (small, medium, large), flight case
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 3 years
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