Beats Studio3
The Apple W1 chip enables instant pairing with Apple devices, while adaptive noise cancellation and a 22-hour battery life with ANC on provide consistent, distraction-free listening. Its lightweight 260g over-ear design and plush cushions deliver long-lasting comfort, and a quick 10-minute charge provides 3 hours of playback. Best for Apple users who need all-day comfort and reliable noise cancellation for commuting or focus sessions, rather than critical studio work.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong anc (87th percentile) 87th
- Strong comfort (87th percentile) 87th
- Strong social proof (86th percentile) 86th
- Strong build (77th percentile) 77th
Cons
- Below average sound (18th percentile)
What owners think
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The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.6 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Impedance | 32 |
| Codecs | Beats by Dr. Dre Beats Studio3 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Midnight Black |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
| ANC Type | adaptive |
| Transparency | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 4 |
| Multipoint | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
Battery
| Battery Life | 22 |
| Charge Time | 0.1667 |
| Fast Charging | 10 Minutes for 3 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Mic Count | 1 |
| NC Mic | Yes |
Features
| Voice Assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | No |
| App | Beats app |
vs Competition
| Spec | Beats Studio3 | Sennheiser Momentum MOMENTUM 4 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | JBL Live 770NC | TOZO HT3 HT3 | Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | 42 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 45 |
| Impedance Ohms | 32 | 470 | 314 | 32 | 16 | 38 |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | false |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 6.0 | 5.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | 22 | 60 | 30 | 65 | 90 | 50 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beats Studio3 | 87.3 | 66.6 | 77.1 | 17.6 | 67.6 | 86.5 | 70 | 75.3 | 85.7 |
| Sennheiser Momentum MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 97.5 | 85.1 | 77.1 | 95.1 | 89.1 | 79.3 | 70 | 97.5 | 66.9 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 97.5 | 85.1 | 77.1 | 95.2 | 72.5 | 50.6 | 70 | 98.9 | 97.6 |
| JBL Live 770NC Compare | 97.5 | 78.5 | 97.2 | 84.9 | 91.5 | 50.6 | 70 | 99.9 | 92.5 |
| TOZO HT3 HT3 Compare | 87.3 | 85.1 | 95.9 | 98.9 | 97 | 50.6 | 96.2 | 96.6 | 92.5 |
| Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2 Compare | 30.4 | 78.5 | 77.1 | 94.3 | 83.7 | 86.5 | 96.2 | 92.9 | 78.7 |
Price
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