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

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Apple AirPods (1st generation) and Sennheiser CX SPORT. 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. Sennheiser CX SPORT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Sennheiser CX SPORT
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 1st generation -
Height 4.05 cm 31.85 cm
Width 1.65 cm 4.52 cm
Depth 1.8 cm 1.43 cm
Weight 4 g 15.07 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 -
Protection - Splashproof, sweat-resistant
Design - Sports
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods (1st generation) Sennheiser CX SPORT
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.2
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX, apt-X LL
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response - 17 - 21000 Hz
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - 0.5%
Max Sound Pressure - 112 dB
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Sennheiser CX SPORT
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Type - On-cable
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods (1st generation) Sennheiser CX SPORT
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track 3-button remote
CABLE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Sennheiser CX SPORT
Cable Type Lightning cable - detachable Charging cable - detachable
FEATURES Apple AirPods (1st generation) Sennheiser CX SPORT
Sensors Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods (1st generation) Sennheiser CX SPORT
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life - 6 hour(s)
Charging Time - 1.5 hour(s)
Auto On/Off Yes -
OTHERS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Sennheiser CX SPORT
Included Accessories Charging case USB charging cable, cable clip, 4 pairs of ear tips (XS, S,M, L), 3 pairs of ear sleeves (S, M, L), neoprene pouch
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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