AirPods Pro 2 test: “simply stunning”, rated 8.5/10

Our colleagues fromPresse-citron.netwere able to get to grips with the new AirPods Pro 2 announced by Apple at the start of the month. Here, in a few lines, is what it’s all about, with supporting images.The complete file is available at this address, with more details and a precise evaluation of the different criteria such as autonomy orvalue for money.

To summarize, the AirPods Pro 2 therefore obtain an average score of 8.5/10 here, which is, it must be said, excellent. There are four major positive points in particular, including the sound quality which has been improved, which remains one of the key characteristics of this type of device. Therenoise reductionis also “impressive“, while transparent mode is “always on top“. With this,Presse-citron.netnotes ideal integration with the rest of the ecosystem: it is true that it only takes a fraction of a second to pair the earbuds to an iPhone via NFC, or via Bluetooth to the Mac.

Top-notch audio

Among the advantages of AirPods Pro 2,Presse-citron.nettherefore places the emphasis above all on the music and ensures that the titles “with a lot ofbassessound better with the new generation“. The test thus shows that the bass “flatter the ears of the greatest number“. Excellent news for those who appreciate Dub Techno or Tribe, even if “Apple admits, the improvements will be especially noticeable with very specific musical styles: hip-hop, rock and pop“.

What about active noise reduction, then? It is “without a doubt" of "best asset of these AirPods Pro 2“, sold299 euroswith free engraving on the wireless charging case, i.e. 20 euros more thanthe previous model. In the plane or the train for example, we notice up to forty decibels less than the ambient environment, which is particularly excellent for speakers of this size.

A mixed opinion

Presse-citron.netHowever, note some concerns, starting with theautonomyAirPods Pro 2 which would not reach the official figures presented by Apple: less than five hours compared to six according to the manufacturer. As the report notes, “the whole thing is too fair compared to what can be found on the market, including in such compact formats'. And you, what do you think of the AirPods Pro 2?