Apple 202MC
A 1-Tesla dynamic driver and a full 8Hz–23kHz frequency range delivered through a silver-plated, Litz-braided cable give these earbuds precise, lossless detail across the spectrum. Exceptional build quality is evident in the durable resin shell, 24K gold-plated MMCX connectors, and an over-ear design that, with six eartip options, provides a secure, noise-isolating fit. This product is best for musicians and audiophiles who prioritize wired fidelity and a comfortable, tangle-free monitoring experience directly over USB-C.
About This Earbuds
A 1-Tesla dynamic driver and a full 8Hz–23kHz frequency range delivered through a silver-plated, Litz-braided cable give these earbuds precise, lossless detail across the spectrum. Exceptional build quality is evident in the durable resin shell, 24K gold-plated MMCX connectors, and an over-ear design that, with six eartip options, provides a secure, noise-isolating fit. This product is best for musicians and audiophiles who prioritize wired fidelity and a comfortable, tangle-free monitoring experience directly over USB-C.
- Form factor in-ear
- Driver type dynamic
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong comfort (93th percentile) 93th
- Strong sound (77th percentile) 77th
Cons
- Below average connectivity (9th percentile) 9th
- Below average anc (29th percentile) 29th
- Below average user sentiment (31th percentile) 31th
- Below average build (33th percentile) 33th
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-hook |
| Ear Tips | X, M, L |
| Weight | 0.0 kg / 0.1 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Freq Min | 8 |
| Freq Max | 23000 |
| Impedance | 16 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Codecs | Vibes 202MC USB-C Wired Earbuds - USBC HiFi in Ear Headphones for iPhone 17/16/15 - Noise Isolating Ear Buds w/ Mic - Clear Sound, Deep Bass & Comfort-Fit Earphones - Silver Plated Cord, Carrying Case |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
Earbud Battery
| Charging | USB-C |
Case Battery
| Case Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
Value & Pricing
vs Competition
| Spec | Apple 202MC | Sony WF-1000XM5 WF-1000XM5 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 | Technics EAH-AZ80 EAH-AZ80-S | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro SM-R630NZWAXAR | JBL Endurance Peak Endurance Peak 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | dynamic |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 8 | 30 | 7 | 6 | 12 |
| Case Battery Hours | - | 24 | 30 | 24 | 26 | 48 |
| Water Resistance | - | IPX4 | IP54 | IPX4 | IP57 | IP68 |
| Multipoint | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple 202MC | 29.4 | 36.2 | 33.4 | 77.4 | 47 | 93.4 | 30.9 | 9.1 | 53.6 |
| Sony WF-1000XM5 WF-1000XM5 Compare | 96.6 | 96.9 | 79 | 99.2 | 75.6 | 93.4 | 48.7 | 99.9 | 80.1 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 Compare | 96.6 | 99.7 | 33.4 | 91.9 | 97.5 | 93.4 | 91.9 | 90 | 89.3 |
| Technics EAH-AZ80 EAH-AZ80-S Compare | 91.9 | 99.7 | 79 | 88.3 | 72.6 | 93.4 | 0 | 97.8 | 89.3 |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro SM-R630NZWAXAR Compare | 96.6 | 96.9 | 98.8 | 91.8 | 72.6 | 93.4 | 0 | 99.6 | 89.3 |
| JBL Endurance Peak Endurance Peak 4 Compare | 96.6 | 96.9 | 98.8 | 80.9 | 94.7 | 70.9 | 63.1 | 99.1 | 89.3 |
Usage Scores
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