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

Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection offered by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Scoring 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. In comparison 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 The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a weight of 8.56g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

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 wires linking any part of the device together, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless since it has no cables linking the two earbuds together.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are resistant to sweat Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers, what this means is that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers ANC makes use of more advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to counter it.

Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero therefore "diluting" the noise.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.

Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that enhances your relaxation time. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) stay well in place, creating an acoustic seal that tones down background sounds well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out . Both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have passive noise reduction this means that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.

A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the sound produced by the earbuds. 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 , as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) produce a juicier bass than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device generates high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices generate equal treble 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 given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, 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) . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

This is given by the vendor, and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s case has a full 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 charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods. 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 The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just place down on a supported charging pad.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and case.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, 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.

Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) will work well with your iPhone. If you are planning on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, 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. The 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 background sounds. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too use a noise-canceling type of microphone.

Especially useful in noisy areas. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a find earbuds feature. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to help you find them.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support fast charging.

This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.

Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without 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 device. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too 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 following instruction manuals. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support voice prompts.

Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) come with their own special case.

Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your pockets without a casing can easily damage them. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.