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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize portability and convenience and plan to use them for calls and exercise, go for the Apple AirPods Pro 2 as they have a smaller form factor, wireless capabilities, microphone quality for calls, and are sweatproof. However, for a more immersive listening experience, particularly for music and TV with a wider soundstage, the Audeze LCD 2 Classic open-back headphones may be more suitable, although they are less portable, not suited for exercise, lack a microphone for calls, and require a wired connection. Keep in mind, the Audeze headphones tend to be on the higher price end compared to the AirPods Pro 2. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple Airpods Pro 2
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for air travel
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Audeze LCD 2 Classic
- Excellent for music
- Very good for TV and video
Key differences
Music
7.0
9.2
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is excellent for music, while the Apple Airpods Pro 2 is good.
Gaming
8.4
7.3
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is very good for gaming, while the Audeze LCD 2 Classic is good.
Phone Calls
7.8
4.8
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is good for phone calls, while the Audeze LCD 2 Classic is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.8
7.7
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Audeze LCD 2 Classic is good.
TV and Video
7.8
8.6
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is very good for TV and video, while the Apple Airpods Pro 2 is good.
Noise Reduction
9.1
2.5
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is excellent for noise reduction, while the Audeze LCD 2 Classic is poor.
Battery
6.0 Hours
N/A
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 has 6 hours of battery life. The Audeze LCD 2 Classic does not have a battery.
Cost
$199
$799
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 has a price of $199 and the Audeze LCD 2 Classic costs $799.
Build Quality
9.0
10.0
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic has best in class build quality, while the Apple Airpods Pro 2 has excellent build quality.
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How the Apple Airpods Pro 2 and the Audeze LCD 2 Classic compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Apple Airpods Pro 2 | Audeze LCD 2 Classic |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$199 | $799 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Apple | Audeze | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2022 | November 1, 2017 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.1/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.8/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 7.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 4.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 0.5 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | N/A | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 10/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.3 Grams | 635 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | N/A | |
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Apple Airpods Pro 2
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Sound Guys
Lily Katz | May 2023
"Apple's upgraded H2 chip begets better active noise canceling (ANC) and battery life, while the case's U1 chip and integrated speaker lets you precisely locate it from the Find My app. If you own an iPhone, the new AirPods Pro is an obvious choice."
Audeze LCD 2 Classic
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Greatest Song Team | August 2023
"These headphones outdo rival planar magnetic headphones, especially in terms of dynamics. Compared to the Hifiman Ananda or the Hifiman Edition XS there is noticeably more slam in the sound, particularly in the bass. The LCD-2C gives you a fantastic sense of quiet dynamics with crystalline precision. This is evident also in our clinical tests, where it’s just easier to understand spoken text at very low volumes."
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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.
About Audeze
Audeze is an, award-winning, American premium headphone manufacturer based in California. Founded in 2008, their products are developed around aerospace materials technology first used by NASA and are widely used by enthusiasts and professionals alike, not only in the fields of music and sound engineering but also in e-sports and the health industry.
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