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Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
What Buyers Say
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The CCA CRA IEMs are widely praised for their excellent sound quality and value for money, especially for bass-heavy genres like EDM. However, several users report durability issues, with the left channel failing or the cable connection wearing out within a month. Customer service is responsive, replacing defective units, but the reliability concerns temper overall enthusiasm.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Great bass response and punch
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Good for EDM and gaming
- Responsive customer service
Cons
- Left channel fails within a month
- Cable connection wears out quickly
- Default tuning can be sibilant
- Mids can sound slightly muddy
- No chin slider on cable
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
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
Scores
Specifications
| CCA 1 | Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | — | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | XXS, XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.06 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Impedance | 25 Ω | 140 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | CCA CRA in Ear Monitor, Ultra-Thin Diaphragm Dynamic Driver IEM Earphones, Clear Sound & Deep Bass in Ear Headphones, Wired Gaming Earbuds with 2 Pin Detachable Cable for Singer Musicians Drummers | AAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB-C |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 8 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 Minutes for 1 Hour |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 24 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | — | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 2★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Android & iOS |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
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- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong comfort (73rd percentile)
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average connectivity (29th percentile)
- Below average sound (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
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 (33rd percentile)
Pricing
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Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 33 specs.
