Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Apple
94 Overall Score
vs
Alpha Digital V8
Alpha Digital
46 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
Alpha Digital V8
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | Alpha Digital V8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | — |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | — | 13 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | — |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Stereo, Simulated Surround |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | — |
| Range | — | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1 Hour | 1.5 hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 32 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| 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 (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Alpha Digital V8
- Strong anc (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong battery (79th percentile)
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
Pricing
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
No current pricing available
Alpha Digital V8
Verdict
Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Scores 94 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 34 specs.
