In depth comparison and review of Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) and Sennheiser CX True Wireless. 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) | Sennheiser CX True Wireless |
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Product Type | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Product Generation | 1st generation | - | |
Height | 3.09 cm | - | |
Width | 2.18 cm | - | |
Depth | 2.4 cm | - | |
Weight | 5.4 g | - | |
Dimensions & Weight Details | Charging case: 6.06 cm x 2.17 cm x 4.52 cm / 45.6 g | Earbud: 6 g Charging case: 5.9 cm x 4.23 cm x 3.38 cm / 37 g |
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Colour | - | Black | White | |
Protection | IPX4 | Splashproof, IPX4 | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics |
SOUND QUALITY | Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) | Sennheiser CX True Wireless |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | In-ear | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.2 | Sennheiser CX True Wireless have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation). |
Bluetooth Profiles | - | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, AAC, aptX | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Sennheiser CX True Wireless are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | Adaptive EQ | Bass Boost | |
Frequency Response | - | 5 - 21000 Hz | |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | <0.08% | |
Sensitivity | - | 110 dB | |
Impedance | - | 16 Ohm | |
Max Sound Pressure | - | 110 dB | |
Diaphragm | - | 7 mm | |
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | - | 1 | |
Features | Apple H1 chip | TrueResponse technology |
MICROPHONE | Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) | Sennheiser CX True Wireless |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Frequency Response | - | 100 - 10000 Hz | |
Microphones Included | - | 4 |
REMOTE CONTROL | Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) | Sennheiser CX True Wireless |
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Controls | Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, audio transparency, ANC on/off | - |
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CABLE | Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) | Sennheiser CX True Wireless |
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Cable Type | - | USB-C charge cable - detachable - 25 cm |
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FEATURES | Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) | Sennheiser CX True Wireless |
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Features | - | Touch control | |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | Yes | |
Voice Control | - | Indirect | |
Intelligent Assistant | Siri | Siri, Google Assistant | |
Sensors | Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer, force sensor | - | |
Additional Functions | Wireless audio sharing | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) | Sennheiser CX True Wireless |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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Battery Capacity | - | 60 mAh | |
Battery Life | 5 hour(s) | 9 hour(s) | Sennheiser CX True Wireless lasts longer on a single charge than the Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation). |
Battery Life Details | Continuous playback: up to 4.5 hours Continuous talk: up to 3.5 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 5 hours Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours Continuous talk (with included charging case): up to 18 hours |
Continuous playback (50% volume): up to 9 hours Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 27 hours |
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Wireless Charging Standards | Qi | - | |
Charging Time | - | 1.5 hour(s) | |
Auto On/Off | Yes | - | |
Included Qty | - | 2 |
OTHERS | Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) | Sennheiser CX True Wireless |
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Included Accessories | 3 pairs of silicone ear tips, wireless charging case, Lightning to USB-C cable | 4 pairs of earpads (extra small, small, medium, large), charging case (400 mAh) | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac | - | |
Compliant Standards | - | Bluetooth Class 1 | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year Technical support - phone consulting - 90 days |
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