Apple AirPods 5: Price in India, Features and Specifications

The Apple AirPods 5 bring Active Noise Cancellation to Apple's open-ear AirPods range while adding an H2 headphone chip, Adaptive Audio, Transparency mode and Personalised Spatial Audio. Apple says the new model provides up to 1.5x more ANC than AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation.

In India, the AirPods 5 start at ₹14,900, while the version with a Wireless Charging Case is priced at ₹17,900. The second variant adds on-stem volume swipe controls, wireless charging compatibility and longer battery life. Both versions include ANC.

Apple AirPods 5 Price in India

Apple offers two AirPods 5 configurations in India. The standard model comes with a USB-C charging case, while the higher-priced version includes a Wireless Charging Case.

The ₹3,000 price difference brings additional charging options, a Find My-compatible case speaker, volume swipe controls and up to two additional hours of total listening time with ANC when using the case.

Apple AirPods 5 Features and Specifications

Apple lists the AirPods 5 with a custom high-excursion driver, high-dynamic-range amplifier, dual beamforming microphones, Voice Isolation and a pressure-equalising vent system. The earbuds also have an IP57 rating for dust, sweat and water resistance.

Active Noise Cancellation

ANC is one of the biggest additions to the AirPods 5. Apple claims up to 1.5x more Active Noise Cancellation than AirPods 4 with ANC. The open-ear design continues to allow environmental awareness while Adaptive Audio and Transparency mode adjust how surrounding sound is handled.

H2 Chip and Audio

The H2 chip powers the AirPods 5's audio processing and smart features. The earbuds support Adaptive EQ, Personalised Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking, Conversation Awareness and Voice Isolation. This combination is designed to adjust the listening experience while also improving calls and voice interactions.

Siri AI and Live Translation

AirPods 5 also support hands-free access to Siri AI when paired with compatible Apple devices. Users can interact with Siri using voice commands and, with Siri Interactions, head gestures can be used for certain responses. Live Translation is also available with compatible Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhones and supported languages and regions.

Battery and Charging

The standard AirPods 5 offer up to 4 hours of listening with ANC on a single charge and up to 20 hours with the charging case. The Wireless Charging Case version increases this to up to 5 hours per charge and up to 22 hours with the case when ANC is enabled. Five minutes in the case can provide around one hour of listening time.

The Wireless Charging Case works through USB-C, Apple Watch chargers and Qi-certified chargers. It also includes a speaker that works with Find My.

AirPods 5: Standard vs Wireless Charging Case

The standard AirPods 5 therefore cover the core audio and ANC experience at the lower price, while the Wireless Charging Case model adds convenience-focused features.

What Is Missing From AirPods 5?

The AirPods 5 do not include some features found on Apple's higher-end AirPods Pro range. Apple lists no heart-rate sensing, no loud sound reduction and no lossless audio for AirPods 5. This makes the model distinct from the more feature-heavy Pro lineup.

The AirPods 5 are also designed to work particularly closely with Apple devices. They can function as Bluetooth headphones with non-Apple devices, but Apple notes that functionality may be limited outside its ecosystem.

The Apple AirPods 5 bring ANC, the H2 chip, Spatial Audio, Adaptive Audio, Siri AI and Live Translation to an open-ear design, with Indian pricing starting at ₹14,900. The ₹17,900 Wireless Charging Case version adds wireless charging, volume swipe controls and longer battery life.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Apple AirPods 5 price in India?

The Apple AirPods 5 are priced at ₹14,900 in India. The AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case cost ₹17,900.

2. Do AirPods 5 have Active Noise Cancellation?

Yes. Both AirPods 5 models include Active Noise Cancellation. Apple claims up to 1.5x more ANC than AirPods 4 with ANC.

3. Do AirPods 5 support wireless charging?

The ₹17,900 Wireless Charging Case variant supports USB-C, Apple Watch chargers and Qi-certified chargers. The standard ₹14,900 model uses a USB-C charging case.

4. Are AirPods 5 water resistant?

Yes. AirPods 5 have an IP57 dust, sweat and water-resistance rating, according to Apple's technical specifications.