Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple
94 Overall Score
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Skullcandy
21 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

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Scores

Budget
Apple
100
Skullcandy
34
Commute
Apple
99
Skullcandy
10
Travel
Apple
96
Skullcandy
11
Fitness
Apple
95
Skullcandy
9
Calls
Apple
91
Skullcandy
8
Gaming
Apple
84
Skullcandy
8
Music
Apple
77
Skullcandy
12

Specifications

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Design
Form Factorin-ear—
Wearing Styletrue wireless—
Ear TipsXXS, XS, S, M, L—
Weight0.01 kg★—
Audio
Driver Typedynamic—
Drivers1★—
Impedance140 Ω—
Hi-Res Audio✓★—
CodecsAAC, SBC—
SurroundSpatial Audio—
Noise Control
ANC✓★—
ANC Typeadaptive—
Transparency✓★—
Connectivity
Wireless✓★—
Bluetooth5.3★—
Multipoint✓★—
Wired ConnectorUSB-C—
Earbud Battery
Battery Life8 hrs★—
Fast Charging5 Minutes for 1 Hour—
ChargingUSB-C★—
Case Battery
Case Battery24 hrs★—
Case ChargingUSB-C★—
Wireless Charging✓★—
Microphone
Microphone✓★—
Mic Count2★—
NC Mic✓★—
Features
Voice AssistantSiri—
Touch Controls✓★—
AppAndroid & iOS—
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 (32nd percentile)

Skullcandy AKSS2IMYM448

  • Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
  • Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
  • Below average connectivity (13th percentile)13th %ile
  • Below average comfort (28th percentile)
  • Below average sound (29th percentile)

Pricing

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

No current pricing available

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Verdict

★ Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Scores 94 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 31 specs.

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation Better at:

CallsMusicBudgetGamingTravelCommuteFitness

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