True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$125
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs Edifier NeoBuds Pro 3: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) - Great overall at around $125.
True Wireless
Edifier NeoBuds Pro 3
72Good
Price n/a
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery7.5
Calls8.0
Value7.5
Edifier NeoBuds Pro 3
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery6.5
Calls6.5
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | Edifier NeoBuds Pro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $125 | - |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2026 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | 92 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | LHDC 5.0, LDAC, SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 9 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 6 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | - |
| Full charge time | - | 60 min |
| Quick charge | - | 15 min = 3 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | - |
| Features | ||
| ANC type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | No | - |
| Wear detection | Yes | - |
| Controls | both | - |
| Voice assistant | Siri | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.6 g | 59 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP54 |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 8 |
What reviewers said
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
These wireless earbuds deliver strong active noise cancellation and a natural-sounding transparency mode, making them a solid pick for Apple users. With around 6 hours of playback per charge and a case that boosts total listening time to 30 hours, they offer dependable daily use. The IP54 rating adds some protection against sweat and splashes, while Bluetooth 5.3 ensures a stable connection for most devices.
- Pro:Excellent active noise cancellation
- Pro:Natural transparency mode for ambient awareness
- Pro:Decent battery life with case
- Con:No multipoint connection
- Con:Limited to AAC codec
- Con:No custom EQ in app
Edifier NeoBuds Pro 3
The Edifier NeoBuds Pro 3 are true wireless earbuds with hybrid dual drivers, active noise cancellation, and support for high-resolution audio codecs like LDAC and LDHC. They feature Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint connectivity, a robust 8-hour battery per charge (extending to 24 with the case), and an IP54 rating for sweat and light water resistance.
- Pro:Supports high-resolution wireless audio via LDAC and LDHC codecs
- Pro:Long total battery life with quick-charge capability
- Pro:Hybrid driver setup with dual drivers for detailed sound
- Con:Sensitivity is relatively low at 92 dB/mW, requiring higher volume levels
- Con:Earbuds weigh 59 grams total, which may feel heavier than some rivals
- Con:Charging case takes a full hour to recharge fully
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