JVC Gumy Plus HAFX5G vs Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
JVC Gumy Plus HAFX5G
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
What Buyers Say
JVC Gumy Plus HAFX5G
These budget earbuds are praised for their surprisingly good sound quality, especially deep bass and clear highs, given the low price. Many users highlight their decent durability for daily abuse, though they are not audiophile-grade. A common complaint is the lack of a microphone, which some expected. Overall, they are seen as an excellent value for the cost.
Pros
- Surprisingly good sound quality
- Deep and rich bass
- Clear highs
- Decent durability for daily abuse
- Excellent value for the price
Cons
- No microphone included
- Not audiophile-grade sound
- Durability could be better (lasts 3-4 months)
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
The AirPods Pro 3 receive high praise for their exceptional active noise cancellation, improved sound quality with deep bass and clear vocals, and comfortable secure fit. Users highlight the new heart-rate sensor, adaptive audio, and live translation as valuable upgrades. However, a few reviewers report discomfort due to the hard plastic shape or fit issues, and some note the case battery could be stronger. Overall, they are seen as a premium but worthwhile upgrade for daily use.
Pros
- Exceptional active noise cancellation
- Improved sound quality with deep bass
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Useful heart-rate sensor
- Adaptive audio and transparency mode
Cons
- Uncomfortable hard plastic shape for some
- Fit issues causing earbuds to fall out
- Case battery could be stronger
- High price point
- Different fit compared to previous generations
Scores
Specifications
| JVC Gumy Plus HAFX5G | Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | inner-ear | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | XXS, XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | — | 0.09 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 10 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 140 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SBC | AAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB-C |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 8 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time |
| Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 24 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 2★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | Android & iOS |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
JVC Gumy Plus HAFX5G
- Strong affordability (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (68th percentile)
- Below average mic (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average connectivity (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average comfort (27th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 34 specs.