Apple AirPods Pro 3
Apple
82 Overall Score
vs
Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW2
Audio-Technica
61 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple AirPods Pro 3
72 out of 100 medium confidence 25 reviews
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
Active noise cancellation 8
Sound quality 7
Comfort and fit 9
Battery life 5
Heart rate sensor 3
Live translation 3
Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW2
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3 | Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.09 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 9 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 9★ |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | 20 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | LC3 |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 25 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time | 5 min for 90 min |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 40 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Voice assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Apple | A-T Connect |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods Pro 3
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average affordability (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)
Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW2
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average social proof (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average affordability (14th percentile)14th %ile
Pricing
Apple AirPods Pro 3
Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW2
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3
Scores 82 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 1 of 37 specs.
