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Airpods (2nd generation)
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Updated April 11, 2024·

If you're looking for portability and you mainly listen to music or podcasts, the Apple Airpods with their compact size are a convenient and more affordable choice. They're optimized for Apple devices, offer quick charging, and support wireless case charging. On the other hand, if you prioritize a premium audio experience with better noise isolation and immersive sound for a variety of content, including gaming and TV, the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro headphones, though more expensive, deliver superior sound quality and comfort, along with advanced features like active noise-cancelling and a high-quality microphone. They also benefit from Neurable AI technology for focus tracking and mental health routines, if that aligns with your interests in improving productivity and well-being. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Apple Airpods (2nd generation)
  • The Apple Airpods (2nd generation) has no clear advantages over the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro.
Advantages of the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro
  • Good for music
  • Very good for phone calls
  • Excellent for gaming
  • Excellent for TV and video
  • Very good for air travel
  • Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks

Key differences

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Music

5.8
Airpods (2nd generation)
MW75-Neuro
7.8
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is good for music, while the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) is poor.

Gaming

4.8
Airpods (2nd generation)
MW75-Neuro
9.3
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is excellent for gaming, while the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) is poor.

Phone Calls

6.9
Airpods (2nd generation)
MW75-Neuro
8.8
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is very good for phone calls, while the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) is only fair.

Podcasts and Audiobooks

8.1
Airpods (2nd generation)
MW75-Neuro
9.4
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) is very good.

TV and Video

5.4
Airpods (2nd generation)
MW75-Neuro
9.3
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is excellent for TV and video, while the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) is poor.

Noise Reduction

2.5
Airpods (2nd generation)
MW75-Neuro
8.3
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is very good for noise reduction, while the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) is poor.

Battery

4.0 Hours
Airpods (2nd generation)
MW75-Neuro
32.0 Hours
The Apple Airpods (2nd generation) has 4 hours of battery life. The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro has 32 hours of battery life.

Cost

$89
Airpods (2nd generation)
MW75-Neuro
$649
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The Apple Airpods (2nd generation) has a price of $89 and the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro costs $649.

Build Quality

7.6
Airpods (2nd generation)
MW75-Neuro
8.5
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro has very good build quality, while the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) has good build quality.
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How the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) and the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro compare to other earbuds and headphones

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Spec Comparison

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Apple Airpods (2nd generation)Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro
Apple Airpods (2nd generation)Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro

GENERAL

Price
$89
$649
Brand
AppleMaster & Dynamic
Release Date
March 1, 2019January 1, 2024
Form Factor
EarbudsHeadphones
Connectivity
WirelessWired + Wireless

SOUND

Music Score
5.9/107.9/10
Phone Calls Score
7/108.8/10
Gaming Score
4.9/109.4/10
TV and Video Score
5.5/109.3/10
Exercise Score
5.8/106.2/10

PERFORMANCE

Battery life
4 Hours32 Hours
Wireless charging
YesNo
Charging time
0.5 Hours3 Hours
Bluetooth version
55.1
Case Battery Life
24N/A

FEATURES

Active Noise Cancelling
NoYes
Noise Reduction Score
2.5/108.4/10
Virtual Surround
NoNo
Android App
NoYes
iOS App
NoYes
Mic Quality
6.5/108/10

BUILD AND DESIGN

Build Quality
7.6/108.5/10
Comfort score
7.6/107/10
Size
SmallN/A
Weight (headset or single earbud)
4 Grams338 Grams
Microphone style
IntegratedIntegrated

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About Apple

Apple Inc. is an American technology company, founded in 1976, known for its wide range of premium products, including smartphones, computers, and audio solutions. Apple offers the very popular personal audio line AirPods, highly regarded for their wireless, smart capabilities and their seamless integration with the iPhone, iPad and Mac devices. They provide a high-quality sound, comfort and lifestyle features perfect for all users invested in their ecosystem.

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