Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Apple
92 Overall Score
vs
KZ AS16 Pro 16
KZ
39 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
KZ AS16 Pro 16
No customer feedback yet
Scores
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Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | KZ AS16 Pro 16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | — |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | balanced armature |
| Drivers | 1 | 8★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | 23.5 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 111 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | Linsoul KZ AS16 Pro Wired Earbuds, 16BA Balanced Armature Drivers Earphones HiFi Bass in Ear Monitor Earphones with Detachable 0.75mm 2 pin Cable (Cyan, Without Mic) |
| 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 | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | — |
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)
KZ AS16 Pro 16
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation0.461score per dollar
vs
KZ AS16 Pro 160.564score per dollar
KZ AS16 Pro 16 offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Scores 92 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 34 specs.
