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

Ingress protection ratings is 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 refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Scoring 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 the second value 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 for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.

Sennheiser Momentum 3, at 10.6g have the same weight as the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds together. Sennheiser Momentum 3 also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the pair of earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are resistant to sweat Sennheiser Momentum 3's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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.

Both Sennheiser Momentum 3 and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers ANC uses advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, 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 producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 hence "diluting" the noise.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise. Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have ANC making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and Sennheiser Momentum 3 operate 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 tones down your environment noise well as preventing the device voice audio from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both reduce ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates 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 , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Sennheiser Momentum 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, this means that Sennheiser Momentum 3 make sound with 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 device generates high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. Sennheiser Momentum 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, this implies that Sennheiser Momentum 3 can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 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 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.

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 playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case has a full charge of 24 hours.

A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several 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 takes 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 The 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 3 also support wireless charging, always look out for 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. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your earbuds and case. Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to tell the charging state of your device, 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 allows data movement 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 connecting 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. Since 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 fine 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 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. Sennheiser Momentum 3 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to 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 but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears . 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 misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a find earbuds feature.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 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 just 30 minutes. 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.

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 have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have the mute function.

The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can 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 too have a control panel on them.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The Sennheiser Momentum 3 also have voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your bag without a cover can easily damage them. Sennheiser Momentum 3 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.