Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. Sennheiser CX Plus

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods (1st generation) and Sennheiser CX Plus. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. Sennheiser CX Plus Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Sennheiser CX Plus
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 1st generation -
Height 4.05 cm -
Width 1.65 cm -
Depth 1.8 cm -
Weight 4 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 4.43 cm x 2.13 cm x 5.35 cm / 38 g Earbud: 5.9 cm x 3.38 cm x 4.23 cm / 6 g
Charging case: 35 g
Colour - White | Black
Protection - Splashproof, IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods (1st generation) Sennheiser CX Plus
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.2
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sennheiser CX Plus are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Bass Boost
Frequency Response - 5 - 21000 Hz
Diaphragm - 7 mm
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 1
Features - TrueResponse technology
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Sennheiser CX Plus
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Microphones Included - 4
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods (1st generation) Sennheiser CX Plus
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track -
CABLE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Sennheiser CX Plus
Cable Type Lightning cable - detachable USB-C charge cable - detachable
FEATURES Apple AirPods (1st generation) Sennheiser CX Plus
Features - Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant
Sensors Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods (1st generation) Sennheiser CX Plus
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 55 mAh
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Charging Time - 1.5 hour(s)
Auto On/Off Yes -
Included Qty - 2
OTHERS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Sennheiser CX Plus
Included Accessories Charging case 4 pairs of earpads (extra small, small, medium, large), charging case (420 mAh)
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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