Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation vs Google SC001-BLACK

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple
86 Overall Score
vs
Google SC001-BLACK

Google SC001-BLACK

Google
1 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
๐Ÿ‘ Active noise cancellation 8
๐Ÿ‘ Sound quality 7
๐Ÿค” Comfort and fit 9
๐Ÿ‘ Battery life 5
๐Ÿ‘ Heart rate sensor 3
๐Ÿ‘ Live translation 3

Google SC001-BLACK

No customer feedback yet

Scores

Commute
Apple
95
Google
0
Travel
Apple
94
Google
0
Calls
Apple
92
Google
0
Fitness
Apple
92
Google
1
Budget
Apple
85
Google
34
Gaming
Apple
80
Google
1
Music
Apple
73
Google
0

Specifications

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd GenerationGoogle SC001-BLACK
Design
Form Factorin-earin-ear
Wearing Styletrue wirelessโ€”
Ear TipsXXS, XS, S, M, Lโ€”
Weight0.09 kg★โ€”
Audio
Driver Typedynamicโ€”
Driver Sizeโ€”3 mm★
Drivers1★โ€”
Impedance140 ฮฉโ€”
Hi-Res Audioโœ“★โ€”
CodecsAAC, SBCAirpod Protective Case, Airpod Earbuds Protective Cover Silicone Skin, Precision Size, 3mm skin, 360 protection, metal Keychain hook, for Airpods 1 & Airpods 2
SurroundSpatial Audioโ€”
Noise Control
ANCโœ“★โ€”
ANC Typeadaptiveโ€”
Transparencyโœ“★โ€”
Connectivity
Wirelessโœ“โœ“
Bluetooth5.3★โ€”
Multipointโœ“★โ€”
Wired ConnectorUSB-Cโ€”
Earbud Battery
Battery Life8 hrs★โ€”
Fast Charging5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening timeโ€”
ChargingUSB-C★โ€”
Case Battery
Case Battery24 hrs★โ€”
Case ChargingUSB-C★โ€”
Wireless Chargingโœ“★โ€”
Microphone
Microphoneโœ“★โ€”
Mic Count2★โ€”
NC Micโœ“★โ€”
Features
Voice AssistantSiriโ€”
Touch Controlsโœ“★โ€”
AppAndroid & iOSโ€”
Bone Conductionโœ—โ€”
Water ResistanceIP57โ€”

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 (10th percentile)10th %ile
  • Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)

Google SC001-BLACK

  • Strong affordability (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Below average sound (0th percentile)0th %ile
  • Below average battery (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
  • Below average mic (11th percentile)11th %ile
  • Below average social proof (26th percentile)

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 32 specs.

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation Better at:

CallsMusicBudgetGamingTravelCommuteFitness