Device Comparison
| Powerbeats Pro 2 | MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | — | 2026-09-03 |
| Status | — | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price (USD) | $249.99 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $299.95 (US launch price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦350,000 | ₦419,900 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Beats | Sennheiser |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | In-ear true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | February 13, 2025 | August 20, 2026 |
| Model Name | Powerbeats Pro 2 | MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 |
| Price | $249.99 | $299.95 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | — | 7 mm |
| Driver Type | Custom-designed dual-layer transducer | 7 mm TrueResponse dynamic driver |
| Frequency Response | — | 5 Hz - 21 kHz |
| Sound Features | ANC, Transparency mode, Adaptive EQ, Personalized Spatial Audio, Lossless Audio (Vision Pro) | Up to 24-bit/96 kHz (lossless) |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes (first Powerbeats Pro with ANC) | Yes, hybrid adaptive ANC with adaptive anti-wind |
| App Support | Beats app; Apple Health integration for heart rate | Sennheiser Smart Control Plus |
| Customizable EQ | Adaptive EQ (automatic) | Yes, 8-band graphic EQ in Smart Control Plus app |
| Other Features | — | 8-band graphic EQ, sound personalization (developed with Fraunhofer Institute), Dolby Atmos with head tracking, low-latency gaming mode; Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair |
| Sound Modes | ANC, Transparency, Off | Sound Personalization, genre presets, Dolby Atmos with head tracking, low-latency gaming mode |
| Touch Controls | Physical "b" button (customizable) + tactile volume rocker per earbud | — |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes | Yes, Natural Transparency mode with anti-occlusion compensation |
| Voice Assistant Support | Siri (hands-free), Google Assistant | — |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Version | — | 6.0, class 1 |
| Multipoint | Not supported (auto device-switching via iCloud) | Yes |
| Range | Extended via Class 1 Bluetooth (not quantified) | — |
| Supported Codecs | AAC; proprietary Lossless Audio (optimized for Apple Vision Pro) | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | Jet Black, Quick Sand, Hyper Purple, Electric Orange | Graphite, Cream, Copper, Denim, Lavender |
| Dimensions | Earbud ~45 x 41 x 24mm; Case ~75 x 66 x 34mm | Case with earbuds: 67.2 x 48.4 x 25.0 mm |
| Form Factor | In-ear with adjustable, secure-fit ear hooks | In-ear true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IPX4 | IP54 (earbuds only) |
| Materials | Nickel-titanium alloy-reinforced ear hooks; plastic housing; silicone ear tips (5 sizes) | — |
| Weight | 8.7g per earbud (case 69g) | 7 g (single earbud), 55 g (charging case), 62 g (total) |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Battery Type | — | Li-Ion, user-replaceable |
| Charging Port | USB-C | Qi wireless charging (v2.1); full charge approx. 1.5 hours |
| Device Battery Capacity | — | 72 mAh (each earbud), 760 mAh (case) |
| Fast Charging | Fast Fuel — 5 min = 1.5 hrs playback | 8 min = 1 hour playback |
| Total Playtime | Up to 10 hrs per charge (ANC off) / 8 hrs (on); up to 45 hrs total with case (36 hrs ANC on) | Earbuds: Up to 12 hours (ANC off), up to 6 hours (ANC on); With case: Up to 40 hours |
| Wireless Charging | Yes (Qi — first Powerbeats with this feature) | Yes, Qi |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes |
| Mic Count | 3 mics per earbud plus a voice accelerometer per earbud | 4 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Voice Isolation (beamforming + accelerometer-assisted) | 4 mics per earbud incl. bone-conduction mic; AI and beamforming de-noising |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | "Hey Siri" (hands-free), Google Assistant via button | — |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | USB-C cable | Yes, USB-C charging cable |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | 5 sizes (XS/S/M/L/XL) | XS, S, M, L ear tips |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Wireless charging case; built-in nickel-titanium ear hooks | Charging case, battery replacement tool |
| Main Device | Powerbeats Pro 2 (pair) | One pair of MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 earbuds |
| User Manual | Quick Start Guide | Yes, documentation |
| Warranty Card | Yes | 1-year manufacturer warranty |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | iOS, Android | Android, iOS |
| Profiles Supported | One-touch pairing, automatic device switching, Audio Sharing, Find My, Apple Health | — |
| Supported Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Vision Pro (Lossless Audio), Android | Bluetooth devices; Google Fast Pair (Android), Microsoft Swift Pair (Windows) |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | First Powerbeats with ANC, built-in heart-rate monitoring, Apple H2 chip, and wireless charging. | The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 are premium earbuds with 7 mm TrueResponse dynamic drivers, hybrid adaptive ANC and support for aptX Adaptive/Lossless over Bluetooth 6.0. |