AirPods Pro 3 vs QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
AirPods Pro 3
2025 · $249 today
8785
QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
2023 · $249 today
8778
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Why AirPods Pro 3 is better
- Ear tip sizes: 5 vs 3(1.7× more)
- Earbud battery life: 8 hrs vs 6 hrs(33% more)
- Total with case: 32 hrs vs 24 hrs(33% more)
- Weight per earbud: 5.5g vs 6.2g(13% less)
Why QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds is better
- ANC reduction: ~42dB vs ~35dB(20% more)
Verdict
AirPods Pro 3 leads outright in 6 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | AirPods Pro 3 | QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Driver size | 11mm | Proprietary |
| Codecs | AAC | SBC, AAC |
| ANC reduction | ~35dB | ~42dB● |
| Battery | ||
| Earbud battery life | 8 hrs● | 6 hrs |
| Total with case | 32 hrs● | 24 hrs |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Comfort & Design | ||
| Weight per earbud | 5.5g● | 6.2g |
| Water resistance | IP57 | IPX4 |
| Ear tip sizes | 5● | 3 |
| Connectivity & Features | ||
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | No | Yes |
| App EQ | Limited | Full EQ |