Apple AirPods Pro 3

Apple AirPods Pro 3

Apple
82 Overall Score
vs
Philips TAE1159BK/00

Philips TAE1159BK/00

Philips
21 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

Philips TAE1159BK/00

No customer feedback yet

Scores

Commute
Apple
92
Philips
14
Calls
Apple
91
Philips
17
Travel
Apple
89
Philips
15
Budget
Apple
83
Philips
58
Gaming
Apple
79
Philips
19
Fitness
Apple
73
Philips
13
Music
Apple
72
Philips
15

Specifications

Apple AirPods Pro 3Philips TAE1159BK/00
Design
Form Factorin-earin-ear
Wearing Styletrue wirelessear-tip
Ear TipsXXS, XS, S, M, Lthree sizes
Weight0.09 kg★—
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size—10 mm★
Drivers1★—
Impedance140 Ω32 Ω
Hi-Res Audio✓★—
CodecsAAC, SBCPhilips Wired Earbuds USB C with Microphone, in Ear Type C Headphones with mic, Powerful Bass, Lightweight, USB-C Wired Earphones, 3-Button in-line Remote Ear Buds (Gray-Black)
SurroundSpatial Audio—
Noise Control
ANC✓★✗
ANC Typeadaptive—
Transparency✓★—
Connectivity
Wireless✓★✗
Bluetooth5.3★—
Multipoint✓★—
Wired ConnectorUSB-C—
Earbud Battery
Battery Life8 hrs★—
Fast Charging5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time—
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Battery
Case Battery24 hrs★—
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless Charging✓★—
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count2★—
NC Mic✓★—
Features
Voice AssistantVoice assistantvoice assistant
Touch Controls✓✓
AppApple—
Bone Conduction✗✗
Water ResistanceWater-Resistant—

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)

Philips TAE1159BK/00

  • Strong affordability (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Below average sound (27th percentile)
  • Below average comfort (28th percentile)
  • Below average anc (31st percentile)
  • Below average build (34th percentile)

Pricing

Apple AirPods Pro 3

No current pricing available

Philips TAE1159BK/00

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3

Scores 82 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 32 specs.

Apple AirPods Pro 3 Better at:

CallsMusicBudgetGamingTravelCommuteFitness

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