Apple AirPods Pro vs HUAWEI FreeBuds 4 - Where are the differences?

There are a few differences between the two True-Wireless Headphones. Let's take a closer look at the points in comparison between the AirPods Pro from Apple and the HUAWEI FreeBuds 4.

Which headphones have the better battery life?

A crucial point for headphones without cables is always the battery life. Here many headphones differ and the capacity grows from year to year. The Apple AirPods Pro trumps with a better battery life of up to 5,0 hours. The battery life of the HUAWEI FreeBuds 4 is up to 4,0 hours. Depending on the settings, the battery life turns out significantly lower. The specifications always refer to the ideal case.

For true-wireless headphones, an additional battery in the case has become popular. This way the headphones gain more battery life and can be conveniently charged on the go. In terms of overall performance, the Apple AirPods Pro* offers more at this point. With Case, the headphones have a battery life of up to 29,0 hours. The HUAWEI FreeBuds 4 comes insgsamt to a battery performance of up to 22,0 hours.

Noise Cancelling: ANC

The active noise cancellation function is becoming increasingly important, but this is by far not supported by every headphone. Here we have Active Noise Cancelling (short: ANC) on board for both headphones, Apple AirPods Pro and HUAWEI FreeBuds 4.

Welche Bluetooth Version ist verbaut?

Die beiden TWS-Kopfhörer aus dem Vergleich laufen über Bluetooth. Eine höhere Version ist hier immer besser und wirkt sich auf die Übertragung wie auch den Energieverbrauch aus. Vergleichn wir hier den Apple AirPods Pro und HUAWEI FreeBuds 4, sehen wir Unterschiede:

• Apple AirPods Pro: Bluetooth 5.0
• HUAWEI FreeBuds 4: Bluetooth 5.2

Can the earbuds be used separately?

The right earbud can be used independently of the left earbud on almost any True-Wireless headphone. This is also the case with both devices from this comparison. Rarely, the left headphone can be used separately, because they work in dependency of the right ear plug. Mostly the right headphone is the so called master. In this case both the Apple AirPods Pro and the HUAWEI FreeBuds 4 can use this feature.

Are there changeable attachments?

For better wearing comfort, the Apple AirPods Pro* comes with interchangeable attachments in different sizes. There is no option to change the attachments on the HUAWEI FreeBuds 4.

Are the headphones waterproof?

Both headphones from the comparison have IPX4 certification. However, an IP certification does not directly mean waterproof. Depending on the certification, the headphones are only water- or sweat-resistant. However, a higher number in the certification is generally better. With Bluetooth headphones there is also the problem that Bluetooth is disturbed by water. Thus, the use when swimming is only possible with special headphones.