Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Apple
86 Overall Score
vs
Sony WIC200B.CE7

Sony WIC200B.CE7

Sony
14 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

72 out of 100 medium confidence 25 reviews

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
👍 Active noise cancellation 8
👍 Sound quality 7
🤔 Comfort and fit 9
👍 Battery life 5
👍 Heart rate sensor 3
👍 Live translation 3

Sony WIC200B.CE7

65 out of 100 medium confidence 12 reviews

The Sony WI-C200 wireless headphones receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, comfortable fit, and effective noise cancellation, with several noting good battery life and easy Bluetooth pairing. However, a significant number of recent reviews report a decline in quality compared to older models, citing issues like audio lag, weak magnets, poor battery life, and earbuds that stop working after a few months. The product seems to have inconsistent quality control, with some units performing well and others failing quickly.

Pros
  • Good sound quality
  • Comfortable fit
  • Effective noise cancellation
  • Long battery life
  • Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
  • Audio lag in newer units
  • Weak magnet on earpieces
  • Poor battery life in some units
  • Earbuds stop working after months
  • Volume starts at full blast
👍 Sound quality 8
🤔 Build quality 6
🤔 Battery life 5
👍 Bluetooth connectivity 4
👍 Noise cancellation 3
👎 Magnet strength 3

Scores

Commute
Apple
95
Sony
8
Travel
Apple
94
Sony
8
Calls
Apple
92
Sony
14
Fitness
Apple
92
Sony
8
Budget
Apple
86
Sony
40
Gaming
Apple
80
Sony
15
Music
Apple
73
Sony
16

Specifications

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd GenerationSony WIC200B.CE7
Design
Form Factorin-earin-ear
Wearing Styletrue wireless—
Ear TipsXXS, XS, S, M, L—
Weight0.09 kg★—
Audio
Driver Typedynamic—
Drivers1★—
Impedance140 Ω—
Hi-Res Audio✓★—
CodecsAAC, SBC—
SurroundSpatial Audio—
Noise Control
ANC✓★—
ANC Typeadaptive—
Transparency✓★—
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.3★—
Multipoint✓★—
Wired ConnectorUSB-C—
Earbud Battery
Battery Life8 hrs★—
Fast Charging5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time—
ChargingUSB-C★—
Case Battery
Case Battery24 hrs★—
Case ChargingUSB-C★—
Wireless Charging✓★—
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count2★—
NC Mic✓★—
Features
Voice AssistantSiri—
Touch Controls✓★—
AppAndroid & iOS—
Bone Conduction✗—
Water ResistanceIP57—

Pros & Cons

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)

Sony WIC200B.CE7

  • Below average battery (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
  • Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
  • Below average comfort (27th percentile)
  • Below average sound (27th percentile)

Pricing

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

No current pricing available

Sony WIC200B.CE7

Verdict

★ Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation

Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 31 specs.

Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation Better at:

CallsMusicBudgetGamingTravelCommuteFitness

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