Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation vs Philips TAE5008/38
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Philips TAE5008/38
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
Philips TAE5008/38
These wired earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the affordable price, good sound quality with bass and treble, and comfortable fit, especially for use with iPods and iPhones. However, several verified buyers report poor microphone quality, static noise, and issues with the rubber casing falling off. A detailed German review criticizes the active noise cancellation as ineffective and the volume control as poorly designed, leading to a return.
Pros
- Affordable price
- Good sound quality with bass and treble
- Comfortable fit
- Works with iPod and iPhone
- Compact design
Cons
- Poor microphone quality
- Static noise issues
- Rubber casing falls off
- Ineffective active noise cancellation
- Poor volume control design
Scores
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | Philips TAE5008/38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | in-ear |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | three sizes of interchangeable rubber ear tips |
| Weight | 0.09 kg | 0.03 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | — | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | PHILIPS Wired Earbuds USB C with Microphone, in Ear Type C Headphones with mic, Powerful Bass, Lightweight, USB-C Wired Earphones, 3-Button in-line Remote Ear Buds (Black-Gray) (White) |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 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 | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Android & iOS | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | — |
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)
Philips TAE5008/38
- Strong anc (74th percentile)
- Strong affordability (72nd percentile)
- Strong comfort (70th percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average connectivity (23rd percentile)
- Below average sound (27th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 32 specs.