Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation vs JBL Tune Flex Ghost Edition
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Apple
86 Overall Score
vs
JBL Tune Flex Ghost Edition
JBL
29 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
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
JBL Tune Flex Ghost Edition
No customer feedback yet
Scores
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Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | JBL Tune Flex Ghost Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | โ |
| Weight | 0.09 kg★ | โ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | โ | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | โ |
| Freq Min | โ | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | โ | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 140 ฮฉ | 32 ฮฉ |
| Sensitivity | โ | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | โ★ | โ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | โ |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | โ |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | โ | โ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | โ |
| Transparency | โ★ | โ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | โ | โ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | โ | A2DP V 1.3, AVRCP V 1.6, HFP V 1.7 |
| Multipoint | โ★ | โ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | โ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | โ | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time | โ |
| Charging | USB-C★ | โ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs★ | โ |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | โ |
| Wireless Charging | โ★ | โ |
| Capacity | โ | 55 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | โ | โ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | โ |
| NC Mic | โ★ | โ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | โ |
| Touch Controls | โ★ | โ |
| App | Android & iOS | โ |
| Bone Conduction | โ | โ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)
JBL Tune Flex Ghost Edition
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong anc (74th percentile)
- Strong sound (73rd percentile)
- Below average battery (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average affordability (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average comfort (27th percentile)
- Below average social proof (28th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 38 specs.