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

Ingress protection ratings is the rating of protection given by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 4 means 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 Pro (2nd Gen), Sennheiser Momentum 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 Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a weight of 10.6g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with.

The Sennheiser Momentum 3, at 10.6g have the same weight as the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds . Sennheiser Momentum 3 also is true wireless since it has no cables linking the 2 earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have sweat resistance Sennheiser Momentum 3's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 also have stereo speakers ANC makes use of more advanced technology to actively cancel noise.

ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.

The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have ANC making either of the devices ideal for flights and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) stay well in place, creating a sound covering that tones down your environment sounds well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that they reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, the unit size determines the loudness of the device.

Sennheiser Momentum 3 driver unit is 7mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 4mm , 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 yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

Sennheiser Momentum 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, this implies that Sennheiser Momentum 3 produce a juicier bass than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component makes high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. Sennheiser Momentum 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, this implies that Sennheiser Momentum 3 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Sennheiser Momentum 3's battery life is more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 1 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, 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. This is given by the vendor, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case is said to have a full charge of 24 hours.

A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself. Sennheiser Momentum 3's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours, less than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 3 hours It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Sennheiser Momentum 3 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 0.5 hours Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad. Sennheiser Momentum 3 also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your device and charging case. Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Sennheiser Momentum 3 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, older than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Sennheiser Momentum 3 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 the same bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) will work well with your MacBook. 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 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 Pro (2nd Gen) have 6 microphones. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the desired sound. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds The Sennheiser Momentum 3 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 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 easily find them in your bag, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a find earbuds feature. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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.

Also the Sennheiser Momentum 3 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Sennheiser Momentum 3 also support this function. It means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice. With the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.

The Sennheiser Momentum 3 also have a control panel on them. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your bag without a cover can easily damage them.

Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.