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Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs Dyplay ANC Hybrid: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs Dyplay ANC Hybrid, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Apple AirPods Pro 3 leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Apple AirPods Pro 3
  • Dyplay ANC Hybrid
HearWiki score
86
-
Sound
8.6
-
Noise cancelling
9.3
-
Battery
7.3
-
Calls
7.4
-
Value
8.3
-
Price (USD)
$180
$90

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Half a step newer

Apple AirPods Pro 3 (2025) against Dyplay ANC Hybrid (2020). The Apple AirPods Pro 3 edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.0.

  • AirPods Pro 320255 yr newer
  • ANC Hybrid2020
What differsAirPods Pro 3ANC Hybrid

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
5.0

Level on: Top codec.

Specifications

AirPods Pro 3ANC Hybrid
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$180
$90
HearWiki score
86
Not scored
Released
2025
2020
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
10.7 mm dynamic
9.2 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10.7 mm
9.2 mm
Drivers per side
1
-
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Sensitivity
110 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
5.3
5.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
-
Battery life
8 h
32 h
Battery life (ANC on)
8 h
-
Wireless charging
Yes
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
-
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Companion app
Yes
-
Wear detection
Yes
-
Controls
touch
-
Voice assistant
Siri
-
Weight
5.5 g
-
Case weight
44 g
-
Water resistance
IP57
-
USB-C
Yes
-
Model code
-
ANC Shield Pro
Microphones
3
-
Microphone type
beamforming
-

What reviewers said

Apple AirPods Pro 3

The Apple AirPods Pro 3 are premium true wireless earbuds that combine adaptive active noise cancellation with a comfortable, secure fit. They deliver clear calls, robust battery life, and a balanced sound profile, all wrapped in an IP57-rated design that handles water and dust. With Bluetooth 5.3, multipoint connectivity, and wireless charging, they offer a polished experience for Apple and non-Apple users alike.

  • Pro:Excellent adaptive noise cancellation
  • Pro:Clear call quality with beamforming mics
  • Pro:Strong battery life of 8 hours with ANC on
  • Con:Fit may be tricky for some ears
  • Con:Premium price point
  • Con:Limited codec support (SBC, AAC only)

Dyplay ANC Hybrid

The Dyplay ANC Hybrid is a true wireless earbud pair that focuses on active noise cancellation, using both feedforward and feedback microphones to reduce ambient sound. It also includes a transparency mode for hearing surroundings when needed, and relies on a 9.2mm dynamic driver for audio. With Bluetooth 5.0 and a total of 32 hours of playback when counting the charging case, it's a budget-friendly option for those who prioritize noise blocking over premium extras.

  • Pro:Dual hybrid ANC for effective noise reduction
  • Pro:Transparency mode lets you hear the environment
  • Pro:Long 32-hour total battery life with the case
  • Con:No aptX or LDAC support for high-res audio
  • Con:Battery life per charge is not specified
  • Con:Plastic build may feel less premium

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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