Only the AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation have wireless charging.
The standard AirPods 4 come with a USB-C charging case. The AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation come with a Wireless Charging Case that works with an Apple Watch charger or a Qi-certified wireless charger.
| Model | Wireless Charging | Charging Options |
|---|---|---|
| AirPods 4 | No | USB-C cable |
| AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation | Yes | Apple Watch charger, Qi-certified charger, or USB-C cable |
Which AirPods 4 Case Supports Wireless Charging?
The AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation case supports wireless charging. Place the closed case on a compatible Qi charging pad or Apple Watch charger. The AirPods charge inside the case.
The wireless-charging case also has a built-in speaker for Apple's Find My feature. Both AirPods 4 models support USB-C charging, but only the Active Noise Cancellation model supports wireless charging.
Do Regular AirPods 4 Work With a Wireless Charger?
No. The standard AirPods 4 charging case must be charged with a USB-C cable. Apple does not list it as a wireless-charging case.
Choose AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation if you want wireless charging. The standard AirPods 4 are the better fit if USB-C charging is all you need.
Quick Answer
The standard AirPods 4 do not have wireless charging. AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation do, using an Apple Watch charger or Qi-certified charger.