Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
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. Compared to the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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 for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, at 10.6g
weigh more than the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) with a difference of 2.04g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also is true wireless since it has no cables connecting the 2 earbuds together.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have sweat resistance
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3'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, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of more advanced technology to actively cancel noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to counter it.
Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero which results in a reduced level of noise.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.
Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out .
Both Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have passive noise reduction which implies that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size dictates the loudness of the earbuds. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 driver unit is 7mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 4mm
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, this implies that
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 can make sound with a juicier bass than the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component makes high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, this implies that
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 can produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's battery life is
more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 1 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening 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.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s case is said to have a full charge of 30 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours,
less than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 9 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 when they have been in storage for extended periods. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 1.2 hours
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your earbuds and case.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your earbuds, 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 close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.
Because 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 fine with your iPhone. If you intend 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 Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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.
While the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone.
Especially useful in noisy areas. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a find earbuds feature.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. 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 manually disconnect and reconnect. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also have the mute function.
The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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 that has followed instruction manuals. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) come with their own special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
