Huawei FreeBuds Pro 4
Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5
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Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 vs Apple AirPods 5
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
- Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 and Apple AirPods 5 are closely matched overall (within 4 points).
- Key differences: only Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 has wireless charging case; weight per earbud, where Apple AirPods 5 is 1.2 g lighter; Bluetooth version, where Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 has Bluetooth 6.0 vs Bluetooth 5.3; case weight, where Apple AirPods 5 is 11 g lighter.
Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 and Apple AirPods 5 are closely matched
Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 · 83 overall, #10 of 68
80
Apple AirPods 5 · 81 overall, #18 of 68
76
Key differences
- Wireless Charging CaseHuawei FreeBuds Pro 5 only
- Weight per EarbudApple AirPods 5 1.2 g lighter
- Bluetooth VersionHuawei FreeBuds Pro 5 Bluetooth 6.0 vs Bluetooth 5.3
- Case WeightApple AirPods 5 11 g lighter
Scores by Category
FreeBuds Pro 5 wins 2 of 6 categories · AirPods 5 wins 1
| Category | FreeBuds Pro 5AirPods 5 | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Cancelling | Tie | |
| Battery | +14 | |
| Connectivity | +16 | |
| Build | +12 | |
| Audio | Tie | |
| Calls | Tie |
Physical Comparison
FreeBuds Pro 5
43g
Weight
AirPods 5
32.3g
Weight
FreeBuds Pro 5
5.5g
Weight
AirPods 5
4.3g
Weight
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
FreeBuds Pro 5
AirPods 5
Detailed Specifications
Audio
| Feature | FreeBuds Pro 5 | AirPods 5 |
|---|---|---|
Spatial Audio with Head Tracking | Yes | Yes |
Noise Cancelling
| Feature | FreeBuds Pro 5 | AirPods 5 |
|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes |
Transparency Mode | Yes | Yes |
Battery
| Feature | FreeBuds Pro 5 | AirPods 5 |
|---|---|---|
Battery Life per Charge | 6 h | 6 h |
Total Battery Life with Case | 25 h | N/A |
Quick Charge | N/A | Yes |
Wireless Charging Case | Yes | No |
Connectivity
| Feature | FreeBuds Pro 5 | AirPods 5 |
|---|---|---|
Bluetooth Version | ||
Multipoint Connection | Yes | N/A |
Calls
| Feature | FreeBuds Pro 5 | AirPods 5 |
|---|---|---|
Microphones per Earbud | 3 | 3 |
Build
| Feature | FreeBuds Pro 5 | AirPods 5 |
|---|---|---|
IP Rating | ||
Weight per Earbud | 5.5 g | 4.3 g22% less |
Case Weight | 43 g | 32.3 g25% less |
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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