Apple Airpods (3Rd Gen) Vs. Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd Gen) Review

IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IPX4, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. Compared to the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a weight of 8.56g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), at 10.6g weigh more than the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) with a difference of 2.04g True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the pair of earbuds . Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are resistant to sweat Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers, what this means is that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation uses more advanced technology to actively cancel noise.

ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) work with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that suites your chill time. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) stay well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size dictates the sound made by the device. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) similar in how loud their sound gets , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) make sound with a juicier bass than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component produces high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can generate equal treble The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time.

The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s case has a charge of 30 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, less than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 6 hours It requires 0.3 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 0.7 hours Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), the device supports wireless charging.

To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a supported charging pad. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery.

The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio.

It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) will work fine with your iPad.

If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have 6 microphones. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) microphones are 6, equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too use a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a find earbuds feature. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have the find earbuds feature.

Use the device app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to locate them. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another connected device.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have a control panel on them. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your bag without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.