Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation vs Beyerdynamic Amiron 300
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Beyerdynamic Amiron 300
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
Beyerdynamic Amiron 300
The Beyerdynamic Amiron 300 earphones deliver neutral sound with a great companion app for adjustments. They offer long battery life of up to 7 hours with ANC on, and are lightweight at 4.4 grams per earbud. The five sizes of eartips ensure a comfortable fit for most users.
Pros
- Neutral sound
- Great companion app
- Long battery life up to 7 hours with ANC
- Lightweight at 4.4g per earbud
- Five sizes of eartips for comfort
Scores
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | Beyerdynamic Amiron 300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | XS, S, M, L, XL |
| Weight | 0.09 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | customisable |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | — | HFP, A2DP, AVRCP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | USB |
| Range | — | 15 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time | 10 Minutes for 2 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 38 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Pattern | — | Omnidirectional |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | Beyerdynamic |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | IP54 |
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)
Beyerdynamic Amiron 300
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average affordability (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 0 of 39 specs.