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Apple AirPods 5 vs Apple AirPods 4
Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score
- Sound quality isn't scored yet (we have no measured audio data), so the score covers features, battery, noise cancelling and build.
Verdict
Key takeaways
- Apple AirPods 5 leads Apple AirPods 4 overall by 25 points (79 vs 54 out of 100).
- Key differences: only Apple AirPods 5 has active noise cancelling; only Apple AirPods 5 has transparency mode; battery life per charge, where Apple AirPods 5 has 6 vs 5 h; IP rating, where Apple AirPods 5 has IP57 vs IP54.
Apple AirPods 5 leads overall
Apple AirPods 5 · 81 overall, #18 of 68
79
Apple AirPods 4 · 59 overall, #60 of 68
54
Key differences
- Active Noise CancellingApple AirPods 5 only
- Transparency ModeApple AirPods 5 only
- Battery Life per ChargeApple AirPods 5 6 vs 5 h
- IP RatingApple AirPods 5 IP57 vs IP54
Scores by Category
AirPods 5 wins 2 of 6 categories
| Category | AirPods 5AirPods 4 | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Cancelling | +92 | |
| Battery | Tie | |
| Connectivity | Tie | |
| Build | +11 | |
| Audio | Tie | |
| Calls | Tie |
Physical Comparison
AirPods 5
32.3g
Weight
AirPods 4
32.3g
Weight
AirPods 5
4.3g
Weight
AirPods 4
4.3g
Weight
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
AirPods 5
AirPods 4
Detailed Specifications
Audio
| Feature | AirPods 5 | AirPods 4 |
|---|---|---|
Spatial Audio with Head Tracking | Yes | Yes |
Noise Cancelling
| Feature | AirPods 5 | AirPods 4 |
|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No |
Transparency Mode | Yes | No |
Battery
| Feature | AirPods 5 | AirPods 4 |
|---|---|---|
Battery Life per Charge | 6 h20% more | 5 h |
Total Battery Life with Case | N/A | 30 h |
Quick Charge | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging Case | No | No |
Connectivity
| Feature | AirPods 5 | AirPods 4 |
|---|---|---|
Bluetooth Version |
Calls
| Feature | AirPods 5 | AirPods 4 |
|---|---|---|
Microphones per Earbud | 3 | 3 |
Build
| Feature | AirPods 5 | AirPods 4 |
|---|---|---|
IP Rating | ||
Weight per Earbud | 4.3 g | 4.3 g |
Case Weight | 32.3 g | 32.3 g |
Specification Note
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.
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