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Apple AirPods 4 vs Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
Apple AirPods 4 ($129) vs Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) ($74) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right true wireless.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Apple AirPods 4 | Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $129 | $74 |
| Weight | 40.9g | 56.4g |
| ANC | Active (on ANC model) | Active + Transparency |
| Battery | 5h / 30h case | 4.5h ANC, 24h with case |
| Chip | H2 | Apple H1 |
| Price | $129 (no ANC) / $179 (ANC) | — |
| Fit | One-size open ear | 3 silicone tip sizes |
| Feature | Personalized Spatial Audio | — |
| Charging | — | Lightning, wireless Qi |
| Weight | — | 56.4g (Apple published: 5.4g bud x2 + 45.6g case) |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods 4
- ANC at $179 tier now
- H2 chip in base model
- Open design fits more people
- Personalized Spatial Audio
- Familiar AirPods form factor
- No ear tips for seal
- 6h battery (less than Pro)
- One-size fit not universal
Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation)
- First sealed-fit AirPods with real ANC
- Three tip sizes for an actual acoustic seal
- Wireless charging case standard, not an upsell
- Still handles calls and Transparency mode well
- No Adaptive Transparency or force-sensor stem swipe
- ANC trails every AirPods Pro that followed it
- Ear tips wear out and need replacing on a used pair
- No IP rating beyond basic sweat resistance
Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) is the better value at $74. If weight matters most, Apple AirPods 4 carries lighter at 40.9g. Both are part of our curated true wireless index — tap through to check current pricing.
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