I’m on a busy street in New York. Sirens, construction, traffic, a street performance and suddenly, there is silence. This is how the new AirPods 5 respond Apple launched last September And that wonder with the ability to block sound without the need for pads.
The company’s new headphones were the most subtle announcement of those launched at its last keynote, however, after using them daily for a month it’s clear to me that they’re a hidden gem within the company’s catalog.
The new AirPods 5 come in two versions, the one we tested above at EL ESPAÑOL – Omicrono includes wireless charging and a redesign for better control of the temples. We tell you the pros and cons of this model during testing.
Power noise cancellation
The new AirPods 5 are based on the same—and surprising—principle that the AirPods 4 launched a few years ago: Active noise cancellation Without sealing the ear canal.
apple He broke the decks with this ability to let you completely isolate yourself from the world without the need for tight ear pads, and now he takes it even further.
To achieve this, the company’s new headphones improve internally in two ways. On the one hand, they include new algorithms Computational Audio improved and on the other hand a new one Multiport Acoustic Architecture that Eliminate up to 50% more outside noiseThat is, until 1.5 times more Regarding AirPods 4.
The H2 chip works incredibly well to provide software isolation that minimizes conversations, traffic, histrionic noises and the constant hum of transportation. I’ve worn them on the road, on planes, on busy trains, at home. They were able to isolate me from the world and immerse me in music.
And that’s where we have the other big claim of these new headphones: the sound quality.
Due to the chip and its new internal design, they are able to offer a sound with deeper nuances and a wider frequency range than the last generation, which allows the audio quality to skyrocket and has spatial audio that once you try it you will not let it go.
In addition, it includes functions Voice isolationWhich reduces wind and background noise to transmit voice with complete clarity when we call
It’s true that the AirPods Pro 3 are still superior, especially in noise cancellation, but the feeling is that they are very close in performance and if you don’t like wearing ear pads, you won’t feel like you’re missing out on a premium experience.
Ergonomics and comfort
Another great feature of these headphones, which makes them a perfect combination, is their design. They are light, comfortable and ergonomic. You can spend hours with them, because they do not put pressure on the ear canal and are incredibly light (4.3 grams per earbud) you forget you’re wearing them.
They retain the iconic open silhouette that prioritizes comfort and there is a small difference in exterior design compared to the previous generation. On this occasion, in the top model (the €169) will have a pressure sensor on our temples that will allow us to control volume or music playback as we do on AirPods Pro.
is 20 euro difference Between the most basic version and the wireless case. A jump in price that compensates for communicating with them and the phone without leaving us out of pocket.
They have improved their resistance and durability. Now we have IP57 certificationWhich guarantees superior resistance to dust, sweat and water during training or in the rain. Here Apple wants us to carry them in all possible situations.
we have something 5 hours of autonomywhich extends to 22 hours with cases Loads You have to remember that they have fast charging and they have to be plugged in several times 5 minutes back to 1 hour Musical performance.
They also have Apple Intelligence, which includes real-time translation, the ability to interact with Siri or interact with notifications with head movements. How well they fit even without pads becomes more important than ever.
Should I buy them?
AirPods 5 is a master purchase. They have exceptional sound quality with superior noise cancellation compared to many models with ear tips. Apple makes the ability to isolate noise look like magic.
Another complaint about these headphones is the price €149 or €169 Not only are they positioned as the cheapest option in Apple’s catalog, but also as the most competitive in the market. No one offers this audio experience at this price.
Between the two, I would suggest you go for the higher one. by €20 difference It gains wireless charging and more autonomy, but above all a simple way to manage music, calls and interactions with the phone from the headphone pin.
It’s true that AirPods Pro 3 is still superior. Both in terms of sound quality and noise cancellation, but these AirPods 3 come extremely close, pushing the barrier so far that what you’d expect is a big jump to the next generation of Pros to spot the difference between the two models.
In short, AirPods 5 is a well-rounded product that offers high-level music and incredible noise cancellation to all users who don’t prefer to wear earbuds in their ear canals. They are a circular purchase.
