A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) IPX4

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro IPX4

IP ratings refer to the rating of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX4, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Compared to the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Weight

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 10.6g

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 12.2g

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a weight of 10.6g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro, at 12.2g are heavier than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by of 1.6g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires linking any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds .

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the pair of earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have sweat resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers, what this means is that Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also have stereo speakers

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)
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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Active noise cancellation utilises advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro work with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that suites your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) stay well in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces background noise and also prevents the device music from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that they reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 11mm

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 11mm

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the sound made by the earbuds.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making both devices similar in how loud their sound can get , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20Hz

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Highest Frequency

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20000Hz

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.

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Battery Life

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 6hours

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 7hours

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro's battery life is more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 1 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 24hours

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 21hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case has a charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours, less than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 3 hours

Charge Time

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 1hours

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 0.52hours

It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro takes 0.52 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 0.48 hours

Battery Power

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 49.7mAh

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery power is 49.7mAh, battery power, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.

Has Wireless Charging

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your device and charging case.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)
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Has Usb Type-C

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) v5.3

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro v5.2

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, older than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 10meters

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 10meters

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)

Has Aac

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) will work fine with your iPad. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 6only

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 6only

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have 6 microphones.

While the Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro microphones are 6, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the desired sound.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)
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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing them

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a find earbuds feature.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to help you find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

Also the Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 2only

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 2only

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another device.

Has A Mute Function

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also support the mute function. It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your bag without a cover can easily damage them.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)	Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX4
	weight	10.6g	12.2g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✗
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	✗
	highest frequency	20000Hz	✗
POWER	battery life	6hours	7hours
	battery life of charging case	24hours	21hours
	charge time	1hours	0.52hours
	battery power	49.7mAh	✗
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✗	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.3	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✗
	has aptx adaptive	✗	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by feature comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Battery Power

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Aptx Adaptive

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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