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AirPods Pro vs. AirPods 3: Which Apple Headphones Are Right For You?

2021-12-13T22:57:57.266Z


Thinking of buying Apple headphones? These are the main features of these two AirPods models.


The 

AirPods 3

 and

AirPods Pro

(

USD $ 186 /

MX $ 3,899;

on Amazon) are on the top rung of Apple's line of headphones, so knowing the pros and cons of each is critical.

They both have a contoured head and offer better audio quality than standard AirPods.

The real differences come down to noise cancellation and what type of ear tip you prefer.

We use the AirPods Pro and AirPods 3. So let's break down what you need to know to find out which Apple headphones are right for you or to give someone as a gift.

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The AirPods 3 are for you if ...

You care about battery life

AirPods 3 offer the longest battery life of Apple wireless headphones.

With listening volumes between 60% and 70%, we recorded the AirPods 3 at six hours and 10 minutes of listening time.

The case itself provides four additional recharges, which equates to approximately 30 total hours of listening.

Better yet, five minutes in the charging case gives you about an hour of listening.

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AirPods Pro, on the other hand, last about four hours and 30 minutes with ANC on and only five hours with that feature off.

The AirPods 3 are the clear winner if you care about battery life.

You want a totally waterproof and sweat resistant experience

The left and right physical AirPods Pro have a water and sweat resistance rating: IPX4, to be specific, but that doesn't extend to the accompanying case.

That changes in the AirPods 3, as it is the first time that both the earbuds and the case are designed to withstand some splashing.

So what is the advantage here?

Well, you don't have to worry about getting the case wet or keeping it in a pocket, while exercising.

We got really sweaty during a 45 minute endurance race and we had the case in our pants pocket, and we had the peace of mind that we would not cause lasting damage.

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You want 'Pro level' features for less

The AirPods 3 are cheaper than the AirPods Pro and you're just forgoing silicone ear tips, noise cancellation, and a transparency mode.

The newer AirPods offer excellent and robust sound, thanks to a new controller and adaptive EQ, which adjusts the mix in real time for your ears (just like the Pro).

They sound almost as good and support spatial audio.

AirPods Pro are for you if ...

You want noise cancellation and a transparency mode

The AirPods Pro are our best headphone choice for Apple users for a number of reasons, and their listening modes are a big reason. Whether you need silence while catching a flight or simply at your desk while you work, the ANC in AirPods Pro can block out the world around you with ease. Multiple microphones and the H1 processor stop ambient or external noise in your tracks to allow you to focus. A transparency mode also allows the headphones to funnel important sounds into the mix of whatever you're listening to: think of an emergency siren on a passing fire truck or a co-worker trying to talk to you while you work on the floor. office.

The tighter seal in the ear, thanks to the silicone tips, also allows these to passively block ambient sounds.

The AirPods 3 do not seal the ear for passive blocking and do not feature any form of active noise cancellation.

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You want a better fit in the ear and a proper seal

The key to the AirPods Pro's excellent noise cancellation and impressive sound is the silicone tip.

In fact, you get three sizes (small, medium, and large) in the box.

This way they can seal it properly.

Apple even has a built-in "Ear Tip Fit Test," which reproduces tones and uses microphones to make sure you have a good fit.

Don't be alarmed if one ear requires a different size than the other.

The AirPods 3 don't feature silicone ear tips, and the plastic construction filters sound much better, and they don't offer more advanced listening modes.

In conclusion

When choosing between AirPods 3 and AirPods Pro, it really comes down to fit, how important noise cancellation is to you, and how much you're willing to spend.

If you can live without ANC and are fine with a looser fit in your ear, the AirPods 3 are the way to go at a more affordable price.

And if you want noise cancellation, transparency, and a tighter seal in your ear, the AirPods Pro are worth launching for.

USD $ 186 /

MX $ 3,899.

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Source: cnnespanol

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