Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds
In-ear TWS · ANC · 10h/30h · H2 chip · IPX4
MSRP
WH-CH720N Headphones
Over-ear · ANC · 35h · LDAC · BT 5.2
MSRP
Our verdict
The Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds takes the performance lead with a 14% higher overall score, driven by its more shader cores, more of memory, and higher TFLOPS of compute power. In gaming benchmarks at 1440p, it delivers roughly 0% more frames per second across demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Alan Wake 2.
However, the WH-CH720N Headphones tells a compelling value story. At $100 versus the Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds's $250 price tag, it costs 150% less while delivering performance that's only 14% behind. Its of memory is still more than enough for 1440p and even 4K gaming in most titles.
Our recommendation: for the majority of gamers targeting 1440p or even 4K with upscaling enabled, the WH-CH720N Headphones is the smarter purchase. The Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds only makes sense if you need the absolute maximum performance for native 4K ray tracing, professional 3D rendering, or AI workloads where the extra VRAM and compute power provide a tangible advantage.
Performance winner
Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds
14% faster overall
Best value for money
WH-CH720N Headphones
30% better value per dollar
Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds best for
Raw performance
14% faster overall
Audio
Battery
Comfort
Connectivity
Noise Cancellation
Frequently asked questions
Is the Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds worth $150 more than the WH-CH720N Headphones?
It depends on your needs. The Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds scores 82 overall vs 72 for the WH-CH720N Headphones. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the WH-CH720N Headphones offers better value.
Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds or WH-CH720N Headphones?
The Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds delivers higher frame rates at 1440p, but both GPUs handle 1440p gaming well. The Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds provides more headroom for ray tracing and future titles, while the WH-CH720N Headphones still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.
Can the WH-CH720N Headphones handle 4K gaming?
The WH-CH720N Headphones can handle 4K gaming in less demanding titles and with upscaling technologies like DLSS or FSR. For native 4K at ultra settings in demanding games, the Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.
Which should I buy, the Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds or WH-CH720N Headphones?
Choose the WH-CH720N Headphones if you want the best value for money and primarily game at 1080p or 1440p. Choose the Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.
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