Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple
92 Overall Score
vs
Sennheiser CX 150BT

Sennheiser CX 150BT

Sennheiser
48 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

Sennheiser CX 150BT

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Scores

Budget
Apple
100
Sennheiser
55
Commute
Apple
99
Sennheiser
31
Travel
Apple
96
Sennheiser
33
Fitness
Apple
95
Sennheiser
36
Calls
Apple
91
Sennheiser
33
Gaming
Apple
84
Sennheiser
50
Music
Apple
77
Sennheiser
54

Specifications

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd GenerationSennheiser CX 150BT
Design
Form Factorin-earin-ear
Wearing Styletrue wirelesstrue wireless
Ear TipsXXS, XS, S, M, LXS, S, M, L
Weight0.01 kg★0.01 kg
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Drivers1★—
Freq Min—17 Hz★
Freq Max—20 kHz★
Impedance140 Ω28 Ω
Hi-Res Audio✓★—
CodecsAAC, SBCSBC, AAC
SurroundSpatial Audio—
Noise Control
ANC✓★—
ANC Typeadaptive—
Transparency✓★—
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.3★5.0
Profiles—A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP
Multipoint✓✓
Wired ConnectorUSB-CUSB-C
Earbud Battery
Battery Life8 hrs10 hrs★
Fast Charging5 Minutes for 1 Hourfast USB-C charging
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Battery
Case Battery24 hrs★—
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless Charging✓★—
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count2★—
NC Mic✓★—
Features
Voice AssistantSiri—
Touch Controls✓★✗
AppAndroid & iOSSennheiser Smart Control App
Bone Conduction✗—
Water ResistanceIP57—

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 (33rd percentile)

Sennheiser CX 150BT

  • Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (86th percentile)86th %ile
  • Strong sound (76th percentile)
  • Below average battery (16th percentile)16th %ile
  • Below average anc (31st percentile)
  • Below average build (34th percentile)

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Scores 92 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 34 specs.

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation Better at:

CallsMusicBudgetGamingTravelCommuteFitness