Apple EarPods MWU53AM/A
Its sculpted shape mirrors ear geometry for a comfortable fit, while the 3.5mm jack and 9-gram body ensure zero-latency audio on legacy devices. A wired remote and mic handle volume, playback, and calls across supported iPods, iPhones, and iPads, backed by sweat- and water-resistant construction. These are ideal for users sticking with older Apple hardware who prioritize hassle-free call controls over audio quality, as reflected by a 21.1/100 music score.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong social proof (98th percentile) 98th
- Strong comfort (93th percentile) 93th
Cons
- Below average sound (2th percentile)
- Below average anc (29th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
- Below average mic (35th percentile)
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The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | in-ear |
| Weight | 0.0 kg / 0.0 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Size | 3.5 |
| Codecs | Apple EarPods Headphones with 3.5mm Plug, Wired Ear Buds with Built-in Remote to Control Music, Phone Calls, and Volume |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
Earbud Battery
| Charging | proprietary |
Case Battery
| Case Charging | proprietary |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
Features
| Voice Assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | Yes |
| Bone Conduction | No |
| Water Resistance | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Apple EarPods MWU53AM/A | Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100 | Sony WF-1000XM6 WF-1000XM6 | Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0010 | EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | - | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | hybrid |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 8 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 12 |
| Case Battery Hours | - | 28 | 24 | 26 | 18 | 54 |
| Water Resistance | Yes | IPX4 | IPX4 | IP57 | IPX4 | IP55 |
| Multipoint | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple EarPods MWU53AM/A | 29 | 34.8 | 33.5 | 1.6 | 46.4 | 93.3 | 43.5 | 97.7 |
| Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100 Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 78.7 | 99 | 78.3 | 93.3 | 99 | 66 |
| Sony WF-1000XM6 WF-1000XM6 Compare | 96.7 | 99.8 | 78.7 | 86.5 | 74.8 | 71.3 | 99 | 94.4 |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 98.7 | 91.6 | 71.7 | 93.3 | 99.6 | 86.6 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0010 Compare | 96.7 | 89.8 | 78.7 | 96.1 | 46.4 | 93.3 | 97.8 | 94.4 |
| EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 91 | 99.8 | 95.5 | 71.3 | 99.3 | 86.6 |
Usage Scores
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