Apple AirPods Pro 3
Soundcore P30i
What Buyers Say
Apple AirPods Pro 3
The AirPods Pro 3 receive high praise for their exceptional active noise cancellation, improved sound quality with deep bass and clear vocals, and comfortable secure fit. Users highlight the new heart-rate sensor, adaptive audio, and live translation as valuable upgrades. However, a few reviewers report discomfort due to the hard plastic shape or fit issues, and some note the case battery could be stronger. Overall, they are seen as a premium but worthwhile upgrade for daily use.
Pros
- Exceptional active noise cancellation
- Improved sound quality with deep bass
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Useful heart-rate sensor
- Adaptive audio and transparency mode
Cons
- Uncomfortable hard plastic shape for some
- Fit issues causing earbuds to fall out
- Case battery could be stronger
- High price point
- Different fit compared to previous generations
Soundcore P30i
The Soundcore P30i earbuds are widely praised for their excellent value, offering good sound quality, strong bass, and effective noise cancellation at a budget-friendly price. Users consistently highlight the long battery life, comfortable fit, and convenient features like the phone stand case. However, some users experienced package damage during shipping and one noted a wind noise issue during calls. Overall, the sentiment is very positive, with most reviewers highly recommending the product.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Good sound quality
- Strong bass
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life
Cons
- Package damage during shipping
- Wind noise during calls
- Some delay in videos
- Bass may be too strong for some
Scores
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3 | Soundcore P30i | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.10 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 113 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Adaptive Audio | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 0.1666666716337204 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time | 10 min for 2 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 45 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | Soundcore |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | IP54 |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods Pro 3
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Soundcore P30i
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong connectivity (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Apple AirPods Pro 3
No current pricing available
Soundcore P30i
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 4 of 37 specs.
