Apple
AirPods Pro (1st gen) · Arctic White
True-wireless · 2019
86
/ 100
From $249
VS
Apple
AirPods Pro (1st gen)
True-wireless · 2019
86
/ 100
From $249
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, AirPods Pro (1st gen) · Arctic White lands at 86 and AirPods Pro (1st gen) at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick AirPods Pro (1st gen) · Arctic White if…
- ✓Compact carry
- ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- ✓Quick pair
Pick AirPods Pro (1st gen) if…
- ✓Compact carry
- ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- ✓Quick pair
AirPods Pro (1st gen) · Arctic White 86
vs 86 AirPods Pro (1st gen)
Score breakdown
AirPods Pro (1st gen) · Arctic White
86 anc 83
sound 85
comfort 84
battery 78
features 82
AirPods Pro (1st gen)
86 anc 83
sound 85
comfort 84
battery 78
features 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | AirPods Pro (1st gen) · Arctic White | AirPods Pro (1st gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True-wireless | True-wireless |
| Release year | 2019 | 2019 |
AirPods Pro (1st gen) · Arctic White
Pros
- +Compact carry
- +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- +Quick pair
Cons
- −Battery life limited
- −Fit varies by ear
- −Case bulkier than pod
AirPods Pro (1st gen)
Pros
- +Compact carry
- +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- +Quick pair
Cons
- −Battery life limited
- −Fit varies by ear
- −Case bulkier than pod
FAQ: AirPods Pro (1st gen) · Arctic White vs AirPods Pro (1st gen)
Which is better, AirPods Pro (1st gen) · Arctic White or AirPods Pro (1st gen)? +
Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is AirPods Pro (1st gen) · Arctic White worth the price? +
At $249, AirPods Pro (1st gen) · Arctic White delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.
Is AirPods Pro (1st gen) worth the price? +
At $249, AirPods Pro (1st gen) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in sound.
Does AirPods Pro (1st gen) · Arctic White or AirPods Pro (1st gen) last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.