AirPods Pro (2nd generation) - Technical Specifications (2024)

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Audio Technology

  • Custom high-excursion Appledriver
  • Custom high dynamic range amplifier
  • Adaptive Audio1
  • Active Noise Cancellation
  • Transparency mode
  • Conversation Awareness1
  • Personalized Volume1
  • Loud Noise Reduction
  • Vent system for pressure equalization
  • Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking2
  • Adaptive EQ

Sensors

  • Dual beamforming microphones
  • Inward-facing microphone
  • Skin-detect sensor
  • Motion-detecting accelerometer
  • Speech-detecting accelerometer
  • Touch control

Chip

  • AppleH2 headphone chip
  • Apple U1 chip in MagSafeChargingCase(USB‑C)

Controls

  • Press once to play or pause media
  • Press once to answer a call or mute or unmute
  • Press twice to end a call
  • Press twice to skip forward
  • Press three times to skipback
  • Press and hold to switch between listening modes
  • AirPods Pro (2nd generation) - Technical Specifications (3) Swipe up or down to adjustvolume
  • AirPods Pro (2nd generation) - Technical Specifications (4) Say just “Siri”3 or “HeySiri” to do things like play a song, make a call, or get directions

Dust, Sweat, and Water Resistant4

  • Dust, sweat, and water resistant (IP54): AirPodsPro and chargingcase

Size and Weight (Each)5

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  • Height:

    1.22 inches
    (30.9 mm)

  • Width: 0.86inch (21.8mm)
  • Depth: 0.94inch (24.0mm)
  • Weight: 0.19ounce (5.3grams)
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  • Height:

    1.78inches
    (45.2mm)

  • Width: 2.39inches (60.6mm)
  • Depth: 0.85inch (21.7mm)
  • Weight: 1.79 ounces (50.8grams)

Charging Case

  • Works with MagSafe charger, AppleWatch charger, Qi-certified chargers, or USB‑C connector

Battery

AirPodsPro

  • Up to 6 hours of listening time with a single charge (up to 5.5 hours with SpatialAudio and HeadTracking enabled)6
  • Up to 4.5 hours of talk time with a single charge7
  • Up to 4 hours of Lossless Audio listening time on a single charge with AppleVisionPro8

AirPods Pro with MagSafe ChargingCase(USB‑C)9

  • Up to 30 hours of listening time10
  • Up to 24 hours of talk time11

5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time12 or around 1 hour of talk time13

Connectivity

  • Bluetooth 5.3 wireless technology

In the Box

  • AirPodsPro
  • MagSafe Charging Case (USB‑C) with speaker and lanyardloop9
  • Silicone ear tips (four sizes: XS, S, M, L)
  • USB‑C Charge Cable
  • Documentation

Accessibility

Accessibility features help people with disabilities get the most out of their AirPodsPro. Features include:

  • Live Listen audio14
  • Headphone levels
  • Headphone Accommodations
  • Conversation Boost

System Requirements15

  • iPhone and iPodtouch models with the latest version of iOS
  • iPad models with the latest version of iPadOS
  • AppleWatch models with the latest version of watchOS
  • Mac models with the latest version of macOS
  • AppleTV models with the latest version of tvOS

Compatibility

iPhone Models

  • iPhone15
  • iPhone15Plus
  • iPhone15Pro
  • iPhone15ProMax
  • iPhone14
  • iPhone14Plus
  • iPhone14Pro
  • iPhone14ProMax
  • iPhone13mini
  • iPhone13
  • iPhone13Pro
  • iPhone13ProMax
  • iPhone12mini
  • iPhone12
  • iPhone12Pro
  • iPhone12ProMax
  • iPhone11
  • iPhone11Pro
  • iPhone11ProMax
  • iPhoneXS
  • iPhoneXS Max
  • iPhoneXR
  • iPhoneX
  • iPhone8
  • iPhone8Plus
  • iPhone716
  • iPhone7Plus16
  • iPhone6s16
  • iPhone6sPlus16
  • iPhoneSE (3rdgeneration)
  • iPhoneSE (2ndgeneration)
  • iPhoneSE (1stgeneration)16

iPod Models

  • iPodtouch (7thgeneration)

Mac Models

16

  • MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early2015–2017)
  • MacBookAir (11-inch, Mid2012–Early 2015)
  • MacBookAir (13-inch, Mid2012–2017)
  • MacBookAir (Retina, 13-inch, 2018–2020)
  • MacBookAir13-inch (M1, 2020)
  • MacBookAir13-inch (M2, 2022)
  • MacBookAir15-inch (M2, 2023)
  • MacBookPro (Retina, 13-inch, Late2012–Early 2015)
  • MacBookPro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid2012–Mid 2015)
  • MacBookPro (13-inch, Mid2012–2020)
  • MacBookPro (15-inch, Mid2012–2019)
  • MacBookPro13-inch (2020, twoports)
  • MacBookPro13-inch (2020, fourports)
  • MacBookPro13-inch (M1, 2020)
  • MacBookPro13-inch (M2, 2022)
  • MacBookPro14-inch (M1Pro or M1Max, 2021)
  • MacBookPro14-inch (M2Pro or M2Max, 2023)
  • MacBookPro16-inch (M1Pro or M1Max, 2021)
  • MacBookPro16-inch (M2Pro or M2Max, 2023)
  • MacBookPro (16-inch, 2019)
  • iMac(21.5-inch, Late2012–2017)
  • iMac (27-inch, Late2012–Late 2013)
  • iMac (Retina4K, 21.5-inch, Late2015–2019)
  • iMac (Retina5K, 27-inch, Late2014–2020)
  • iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021)
  • iMacPro (2017)
  • Macmini (Late2012–Late 2018)
  • Macmini (M1, 2020)
  • Macmini (M2 or M2 Pro, 2023)
  • MacStudio (M1Max or M1Ultra, 2022)
  • MacStudio (M2Max or M2Ultra, 2023)
  • MacPro (Late2013–2019)
  • MacPro (M2Ultra, 2023)

iPad Models

  • iPadPro12.9-inch (6thgeneration)
  • iPadPro12.9-inch (5thgeneration)
  • iPadPro12.9-inch (4thgeneration)
  • iPadPro12.9-inch (3rdgeneration)
  • iPadPro12.9-inch (2ndgeneration)
  • iPadPro12.9-inch (1stgeneration)16
  • iPadPro11-inch (4thgeneration)
  • iPadPro11-inch (3rdgeneration)
  • iPadPro11-inch (2ndgeneration)
  • iPadPro11-inch (1stgeneration)
  • iPadPro10.5-inch
  • iPadPro9.7-inch16
  • iPad (10thgeneration)
  • iPad (9thgeneration)
  • iPad (8thgeneration)
  • iPad (7thgeneration)
  • iPad (6thgeneration)
  • iPad (5thgeneration)
  • iPadAir (5thgeneration)
  • iPadAir (4thgeneration)
  • iPadAir (3rdgeneration)
  • iPadAir216
  • iPadmini (6thgeneration)
  • iPadmini (5thgeneration)
  • iPadmini416

AppleWatch Models

16

  • AppleWatchUltra2
  • AppleWatchUltra
  • AppleWatchSeries9
  • AppleWatchSeries8
  • AppleWatchSeries7
  • AppleWatchSeries6
  • AppleWatchSE (2ndgeneration)
  • AppleWatchSE (1stgeneration)
  • AppleWatchSeries5
  • AppleWatchSeries4
  • AppleWatchSeries3
  • AppleWatchSeries2
  • AppleWatchSeries1

AppleTV Models

  • AppleTV4K
  • AppleTVHD
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AirPodsPro and the Environment

AirPodsPro with MagSafeChargingCase (USB‑C) are designed with the following features to reduce their environmentalimpact:17

Made with better materials

  • 100% recycled gold in the plating of multiple printed circuitboards
  • 100% recycled rare earth elements in all magnets
  • 100% recycled aluminum in the hinge of the MagSafeChargingCase
  • 100% recycled tin in the solder of multiple printed circuitboards
  • 35% or more recycled plastic in multiplecomponents

Energy efficient

  • Meets U.S. Department of Energy requirements for battery chargersystems18

Smarter chemistry19

  • Mercury-, BFR-, PVC-, andberyllium‑free

Greenmanufacturing

  • Apple’sZeroWasteProgram helps suppliers eliminate waste sent tolandfill
  • All final assembly supplier sites are transitioning to 100% renewable energy for Appleproduction

Responsiblepackaging

  • 100% of virgin wood fiber comes from responsibly managedforests20
  • 98% or more fiber-basedpackaging21

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Lightning Charging Case

5 hrs

Up to 5 hours of listening time with a singlecharge ΔΔΔ

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Personalized SpatialAudiowith dynamic headtracking ◊◊

Sweat and
water resistant ◊◊◊

Lightning Charging Case orMagSafe Charging Case ΔΔ

6 hrs

Up to 6 hours of listening time with a singlecharge ΔΔΔ

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Adaptive Audio

Active Noise
Cancellation and
Transparencymode

Conversation Awareness

Personalized SpatialAudiowith dynamic headtracking ◊◊

Dust, sweat, and
water resistant Δ

MagSafe Charging Case (USB‑C)with speaker andlanyard loop ΔΔ

6 hrs

Up to 6 hours of listening time with a singlecharge ΔΔΔ

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Smart Case

20hrs

Up to 20 hours of listening time with a singlecharge ΔΔΔ

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  1. For iOS: Available on iPhoneSE (2nd generation and later), iPhoneXS, iPhoneXR, and later with iOS17 and later when paired with AirPodsPro (2nd generation) with the latestfirmware.

    For iPadOS: Available on iPadPro 12.9‑inch (2nd generation and later), iPadPro 10.5‑inch, iPadPro 11‑inch (1st generation and later), iPadAir (3rd generation and later), iPad (6th generation and later), and iPadmini (5th generation and later) with iPadOS17 and later when paired with AirPodsPro (2nd generation) with the latestfirmware.

    For macOS: Available on MacBookAir (2018 and later), MacBookPro (2018 and later), iMac (2019 and later), iMacPro (2017), Macmini (2018 and later), MacStudio (2022), and MacPro (2019 and later) with macOSSonoma and later when paired with AirPodsPro (2nd generation) with the latestfirmware.

  2. Compatible hardware and software required. Works with compatible content in supported apps. Not all content available in DolbyAtmos. iPhone with TrueDepthcamera required to create a personal profile for SpatialAudio, which will sync across Apple devices running the latest operating system software, including iOS, iPadOS, macOS, andtvOS.
  3. Available in English (Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States) on iPhone, iPad, and Maccomputers with Apple silicon when paired with AirPodsPro(2ndgeneration).
  4. AirPodsPro (2ndgeneration) are dust resistant and sweat and water resistant for non-water sports and exercise. AirPodsPro (2ndgeneration) and charging case were tested under controlled laboratory conditions, and have a rating of IP54 under IEC standard 60529. Dust, sweat, and water resistance are not permanent conditions and resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not attempt to charge wet AirPodsPro (2ndgeneration); refer to https://support.apple.com/kb/HT210711 for cleaning and drying instructions.
  5. Size and weight vary by configuration and manufacturing process.
  6. Testing conducted by Apple in August 2023 using preproduction AirPodsPro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (USB‑C) and software paired with preproduction iPhone15Pro units and software. The playlist consisted of 358 unique audio tracks purchased from the iTunesStore (256-Kbps AAC encoding). Volume was set to 50% and Active Noise Cancellation was enabled. With Spatial Audio and Head Tracking enabled, listening time was up to 5.5 hours. Testing consisted of full AirPodsPro battery discharge while playing audio until the first AirPodPro stopped playback. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many otherfactors.
  7. Testing conducted by Apple in August 2023 using preproduction AirPodsPro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (USB‑C) and software paired with preproduction iPhone15Pro units and software. Volume was set to 50% and Active Noise Cancellation was enabled. Testing consisted of full AirPodsPro battery discharge with a cellular phone call until the first AirPodPro stopped playing call audio. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many otherfactors.
  8. Testing conducted by Apple in December 2023 using preproduction AirPodsPro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C) and software paired with preproduction AppleVisionPro units and software. The playlist consisted of Lossless Audio tracks downloaded from AppleMusic (ALAC encoding). Volume was set to 50% and Active Noise Cancellation was enabled. Testing consisted of full AirPodsPro battery discharge while playing audio with ultra-low latency until the first AirPodPro stopped playback. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many otherfactors.
  9. MagSafe charging requires a compatible MagSafe charger. Wireless charging requires a Qi‑certified wireless charger. AirPods (3rdgeneration) charging case also works with the AppleWatch charger or Lightningconnector. AirPodsPro (2ndgeneration) charging case also works with the AppleWatch charger or USB‑C connector.
  10. Testing conducted by Apple in August 2023 using preproduction AirPodsPro (2nd generation) with MagSafeChargingCase (USB‑C) and software paired with preproduction iPhone15Pro units and software. The playlist consisted of 358 unique audio tracks purchased from the iTunesStore (256-Kbps AAC encoding). Volume was set to 50% and ActiveNoiseCancellation was enabled. Testing consisted of full AirPodsPro battery discharge while playing audio until the first AirPodPro stopped playback. The drained AirPodsPro were charged to 100 percent, then audio playback was resumed until the first AirPodPro stopped playback. This cycle was repeated until both the AirPodsPro and charging case were fully discharged. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many otherfactors.
  11. Testing conducted by Apple in August 2023 using preproduction AirPodsPro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (USB‑C) and software paired with preproduction iPhone15Pro units and software. Volume was set to 50% and Active Noise Cancellation was enabled. Testing consisted of full AirPodsPro battery discharge with a cellular phone call until the first AirPodPro stopped playing call audio. The drained AirPodsPro were charged to 100 percent, then the cellular phone call was restarted until the first AirPodPro stopped playing call audio. This cycle was repeated until both the AirPodsPro and charging case were fully discharged. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many otherfactors.
  12. Testing conducted by Apple in August 2023 using preproduction AirPodsPro (2nd generation) with MagSafeChargingCase (USB‑C) and software paired with preproduction iPhone15Pro units and software. The playlist consisted of 358 unique audio tracks purchased from the iTunesStore (256-Kbps AAC encoding). Volume was set to 50% and ActiveNoiseCancellation was enabled. 5-Minute charge testing conducted with drained AirPodsPro that were charged for 5 minutes, then audio playback was started until the first AirPodPro stopped playback. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many otherfactors.
  13. Testing conducted by Apple in August 2023 using preproduction AirPodsPro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (USB‑C) and software paired with preproduction iPhone15Pro units and software. Volume was set to 50% and Active Noise Cancellation was enabled. 5-Minute charge testing conducted with drained AirPodsPro that were charged for 5 minutes, then a cellular phone call was started until the first AirPodPro stopped playing call audio. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many otherfactors.
  14. Requires the latest version of iOS or iPadOS.
  15. AirPodsPro can be used as Bluetooth headphones with Apple devices using earlier software and with non-Apple devices, but functionality is limited.
  16. Audio Sharing not supported.
  17. Data accurate as of productlaunch.
  18. Efficiency performance is based on the U.S. Department of Energy Federal Energy Conservation Standards for BatteryChargers.
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  • ◊ Works with AirPodsPro (2ndgeneration) with the latest firmware when paired with a compatible Apple device running the latest operating system software.
  • ◊◊ Compatible hardware and software required. Works with compatible content in supported apps. Not all content available in DolbyAtmos. iPhone with TrueDepthcamera required to create a personal profile for SpatialAudio, which will sync across Apple devices running the latest operating system software, including iOS, iPadOS, macOS, andtvOS.
  • ◊◊◊ AirPods(3rdgeneration) are sweat and water resistant for non-water sports and exercise, and they are IPX4 rated. Sweat and water resistance are not permanentconditions.
  • Δ AirPodsPro (2ndgeneration) are dust resistant and sweat and water resistant for non-water sports and exercise, and they are IP54 rated. Dust, sweat, and water resistance are not permanentconditions.
  • ΔΔ MagSafe charging requires a compatible MagSafe charger. Wireless charging requires a Qi‑certified wireless charger. AirPods (3rdgeneration) charging case also works with the AppleWatch charger or Lightningconnector. AirPodsPro (2ndgeneration) charging case also works with the AppleWatch charger or USB‑C connector.
  • ΔΔΔ Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many otherfactors.
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