Audio · Apple Silicon · 2022
AirPods Pro (2nd generation)
The H2 chip doubled noise cancellation and added swipe-for-volume stems and a findable, speaker-equipped case. A software update later turned them into an FDA-cleared hearing aid.
Up to 2× better noise cancellation, touch-swipe volume, and later clinical-grade hearing-aid features.
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AirPods Pro (2nd generation): key facts
When was the AirPods Pro (2nd generation) released?
The AirPods Pro (2nd generation) arrived on September 23, 2022.
How much did the AirPods Pro (2nd generation) cost?
The AirPods Pro (2nd generation) launched at $249 in 2022, about $266 in today’s money (approximate, US CPI).
What specs stand out?
Key specs: Apple H2, USB-C (2023 case).
Why does the AirPods Pro (2nd generation) matter?
Up to 2× better noise cancellation, touch-swipe volume, and later clinical-grade hearing-aid features.
Full specifications
| CPU | Apple H2 |
|---|---|
| Cores | 1 |
| Memory (RAM) | — |
| Storage | — |
| Display | — |
| GPU | — |
| Ports | USB-C (2023 case) |
| Weight | 5.3 g each |
| Dimensions | In-ear + case with speaker |
| Operating system | AirPods firmware (H2) |
| Released | September 23, 2022 |
| Discontinued | — |
| Launch price | $249 |
How the AirPods Pro (2nd generation) compares to today
Launched at $249 in 2022, about $266 in today’s money (approx., US CPI).
Method note: clock comparisons use frequency only; price conversions use US CPI.
Sources
Specs checked against Apple technical specifications archive, EveryMac, Mactracker, Wikimedia Commons image credits.
Did you know?
A free update controversially turned ordinary earbuds into a certified hearing aid.
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Last updated: 2026-08-11