Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation vs TOZO NC20
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
TOZO NC20
What Buyers Say
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
TOZO NC20
The TOZO NC20 earbuds are highly praised for their impressive sound quality, strong active noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, especially given the affordable price. Users highlight the customizable EQ, long battery life, wireless charging, and IPX8 waterproofing as standout features. The rose gold design is noted as stylish, and the earbuds are recommended for travel, workouts, and everyday use. One user mentioned that call noise cancellation works better with iPhone settings, and there is a minor confusion about the AI Translation feature.
Pros
- Impressive sound quality
- Strong active noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Customizable EQ
- Long battery life
Cons
- Call noise cancellation needs iPhone settings
- AI Translation feature unclear
Scores
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | TOZO NC20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | 6 pairs |
| Weight | 0.09 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | LDAC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | — |
| Range | — | 15 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 16.5 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time | 3.8 |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 80 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Other |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | TOZO app |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | IPX8 |
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)
TOZO NC20
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average comfort (27th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 2 of 37 specs.