
Apple
$249

Anker
$79
Anker Soundcore Q45 clearly outperforms the Apple AirPods Pro 2 in the headphones category, particularly in performance, scoring 7.6/10 vs 5.2/10. If you want the better overall performer, Anker Soundcore Q45 is the clear pick.
Scores are relative within the headphonescategory. Percentages show each dimension's weight in the overall score. A difference of less than 0.5 points is considered a tie.
✓ Pros
✗ Cons
✓ Pros
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro 2 | Anker Soundcore Q45W |
|---|---|---|
| Type | In-ear (TWS) | Over-ear |
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11mm | 40mm✓ |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 16 Ohm | 16 Ohm |
| Sensitivity | — | 95 dB/mW |
| ANC | true | true |
| Transparency Mode | Yes (Adaptive Transparency) | Yes (Ambient Sound Mode) |
| EQ App | Apple Music / Settings app | Soundcore App |
| Touch Controls | Yes (force sensor stem) | Yes (touch panel) |
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Google Assistant, Alexa, Siri |
| Battery Life | 6hrs | 40hrs✓ |
| Case Battery | 30hrs | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint | false | true |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 (earbuds), IP54 (case) | — |
| Foldable | No | Yes |
| Weight | 5.3g✓ | 248g |
| Colors | White | Black, White |
| Price | 249$ | 79$✓ |
Buy Apple AirPods Pro 2 if…
The Apple AirPods Pro 2 is worth considering if you prefer its specific design, ecosystem, or brand — though it scores lower overall in our comparison.
Buy Anker Soundcore Q45 if…
Buy the Anker Soundcore Q45 if you want the best performance in this comparison. It scores higher overall and is the recommended choice for most buyers.
Who do you think wins this matchup?
Anker Soundcore Q45 clearly outperforms the Apple AirPods Pro 2 in the headphones category, particularly in performance, scoring 7.6/10 vs 5.2/10. If you want the better overall performer, Anker Soundcore Q45 is the clear pick.
No, Anker Soundcore Q45 scores higher (6.2 vs 4.0).
Anker Soundcore Q45 is cheaper at $79 vs $249 for the Apple AirPods Pro 2.
The Apple AirPods Pro 2 is worth considering if you prefer its specific design, ecosystem, or brand — though it scores lower overall in our comparison.
Buy the Anker Soundcore Q45 if you want the best performance in this comparison. It scores higher overall and is the recommended choice for most buyers.
Anker Soundcore Q45 has a larger battery (4,000mAh vs 345mAh for the Apple AirPods Pro 2), which generally means longer use between charges.
Anker Soundcore Q45 lasts longer with 40 hours vs 6 hours for the other.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 is lighter at 5.3g vs 248g.