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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Apple AirPods Pro 2 offer excellent noise cancellation and are optimized for Apple devices, which might be beneficial if you are already in the Apple ecosystem. They have a lower latency mode that can be useful for watching videos or gaming. On the other hand, the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless earbuds are typically less expensive and feature a game mode for low latency, which is great for gaming. They also have superior mic quality, which is valuable for calls or meetings. Neither option compromises much on sound quality, but if cost is a concern and you need better call quality and gaming performance, Razer's option might be more suitable. If you prioritize noise cancellation and have other Apple products, the AirPods Pro 2 could be the better fit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple Airpods Pro 2
Good for music
Good for phone calls
Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless
Good for exercise
Key differences
Phone Calls
7.8/10
5.4/10
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is good for phone calls, while the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.8/10
5.6/10
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless is poor.
Noise Reduction
9.1/10
8.1/10
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 is excellent for noise reduction, while the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless is very good.
Battery
6.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 has 6 hours of battery life. The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless has 5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$199
$95
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The Apple Airpods Pro 2 has a price of $199 and the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless costs $95.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Apple Airpods Pro 2 to be good for music, while the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless is only fair.
Gaming
8.4/10
8.6/10
The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless and Apple Airpods Pro 2 are both very good for gaming.
TV and Video
7.8/10
7.9/10
The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless and Apple Airpods Pro 2 are both good for TV and video.
Build Quality
9.0/10
8.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Apple Airpods Pro 2 to have excellent build quality, while the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless has very good build quality.
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How the Apple Airpods Pro 2 and the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless compare to other earbuds and headphones
"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."
"This latest set is more “Pro” than not in both looks and features: they offer active noise cancellation, a low-latency gaming mode, and have switched to a in-ear design with silicone tips. Just like many of the company’s laptops and gaming accessories, the 2021 Hammerhead True Wireless include Razer’s full Chroma RGB system. It makes for what Razer calls “the ultimate wireless earbud flex.”"
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean hardware manufacturer aimed specifically toward the gaming market. They manufacture a very wide array of gaming laptops, tablets, phones, peripherals and, of course, headphones and earbuds both wired and wireless. Since 2016, Razer has owned the THX suite, aimed at quality assurance of audiovisual systems such as speaker sets, video game consoles and even movie theaters.
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