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

Ingress protection ratings is the rating of protection given by a casing, against dust 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 resistance against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IPX4, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 Pro (2nd 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 Pro (2nd Gen) have a weight of 10.6g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, at 10.6g have the same weight as the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds . Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also is true wireless since it has no cables linking the two earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are resistant to sweat Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers, what this means is that Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s 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 Active noise cancellation uses advanced technology to actively cancel noise.

ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.

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

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have ANC which makes both earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that enhances your chill time. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) sit well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size determines the sound made by the device. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 driver unit is 7mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, this means that Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 can 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 tells how well a particular audio component produces high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, this means that Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 can 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 for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's battery life is more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 1 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time.

The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the vendor, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case has a full charge of 24 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 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 charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 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 device, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery.

The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your earbuds and case. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, older than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 Pro (2nd Gen) Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 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 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 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 Pro (2nd Gen) have 6 microphones. While the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have 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 environments. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing them The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device 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 be found 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 time it takes to fully charge a device. Also the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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 just thirty minutes. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without 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 device. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also support this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have a control panel on them. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have voice prompts.

Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with a special pouch.

Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.