AirPods 5

AirPods 5 bring powerful Active Noise Cancellation, richer sound, Siri AI, and Live Translation to Apple’s open-ear AirPods design.

With a redesigned acoustic architecture, next-generation Adaptive EQ, and the H2 chip, AirPods 5 are built to deliver clearer, more immersive audio while remaining comfortable for everyday listening.

Why AirPods 5?

🎧 Active Noise Cancellation
Get up to 1.5× more Active Noise Cancellation than AirPods 4 with ANC.

🔊 Redesigned Sound
A new acoustic architecture and Adaptive EQ deliver richer, more detailed audio.

🤖 Siri AI
Access a more powerful and personalized Siri AI experience hands-free from your iPhone.

🌍 Live Translation
Communicate across supported languages with Live Translation powered by Apple Intelligence.

🧠 H2 Chip
The H2 headphone chip powers intelligent audio and connectivity features.

📍 Personalized Spatial Audio
Enjoy Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking for a more immersive listening experience.

💦 IP57 Resistance
AirPods 5 offer improved resistance to dust, sweat, and water.

🔋 Longer Battery Life
AirPods 5 provide up to 4 hours of listening with ANC on. The Wireless Charging Case version reaches up to 5 hours on a single charge and up to 22 hours with the case.

Two Models

AirPods 5 — $129

Includes Active Noise Cancellation and a USB-C charging case.

AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case — $149

Adds longer battery life, wireless charging, a Find My speaker, and volume control by swiping on the stem.

Pricing & Availability

AirPods 5 start at $129 USD, with the Wireless Charging Case version priced at $149 USD. Pre-orders begin September 9, 2026, with availability starting September 18, 2026.

The Bottom Line

AirPods 5 make Apple’s open-ear design more capable with ANC, improved audio, Siri AI, Live Translation, and the H2 chip. For people who want Apple’s latest AirPods experience without moving to an in-ear Pro design, AirPods 5 are an exciting new option.