Marshall Minor Iii Vs. Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd Gen) Review

IP ratings refer to the level of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX4, the Marshall Minor III's rating for solids indicates 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 Marshall Minor III, 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 Marshall Minor III have a weight of 8g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), at 10.6g weigh more than the Marshall Minor III with a difference of 2.6g For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Marshall Minor III are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds together. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.

Marshall Minor III have sweat resistance Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc Marshall Minor III have stereo speakers, what this means is that Marshall Minor III's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and Marshall Minor III have stereo speakers Marshall Minor III driver unit is 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size determines the sound produced by the earbuds.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Marshall Minor III by 1mm , a common assumption 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. The Marshall Minor III's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices produce equal bass Marshall Minor III's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble Marshall Minor III's battery life is 5 hours, these last less 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.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is more than that of Marshall Minor III 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 time, 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 Marshall Minor III's case has a full charge of 25 hours.

A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several 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 Marshall Minor III by 1 hours It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Marshall Minor III's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Marshall Minor III by 0.5 hours Marshall Minor III, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a supported charging pad. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds.

The Marshall Minor III have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging state of your device and charging case. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 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.

The Marshall Minor III have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. The Marshall Minor III have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers 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 Marshall Minor III . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Marshall Minor III have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Marshall Minor III The Marshall Minor III support APTX HD, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It supports high-quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps). The Marshall Minor III have 2 microphones.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) microphones are 6, more than that of Marshall Minor III by 4 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. The Marshall Minor III support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears . 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. The Marshall Minor III support fast charging.

Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. This kind is 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 just thirty minutes. Marshall Minor III have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have this function.

It means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. With the Marshall Minor III, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have a control panel on them.

Marshall Minor III have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have voice prompts meaning the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.

The Marshall Minor III come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover may easily damage them. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.