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Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs Marshall Minor II Bluetooth: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs Marshall Minor II Bluetooth, 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
  • Marshall Minor II Bluetooth
HearWiki score
86
-
Sound
8.6
-
Noise cancelling
9.3
-
Battery
7.3
-
Calls
7.4
-
Value
8.3
-
Price (USD)
$180
$130

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?

Mixed generations

Apple AirPods Pro 3 (2025) against Marshall Minor II Bluetooth (2018). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Apple AirPods Pro 3 brings Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.0 and ANC type Adaptive against None, while the Marshall Minor II Bluetooth answers with Top codec aptX against AAC. The Apple AirPods Pro 3 answers on convenience features: it adds Multipoint pairing and USB-C.

  • AirPods Pro 320257 yr newer
  • Minor II Bluetooth2018
What differsAirPods Pro 3Minor II Bluetooth

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
5.0
Top codec
AAC
aptX
ANC type
Adaptive
None

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
USB-C
Yes
No

Specifications

AirPods Pro 3Minor II Bluetooth
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$180
$130
HearWiki score
86
Not scored
Released
2025
2018
Availability
Sold new
Discontinued
Driver
10.7 mm dynamic
14.2 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10.7 mm
14.2 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
39 Ω
Sensitivity
110 dB/mW
117 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.3
5.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, aptX
Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Battery life
8 h
12 h
Battery life (ANC on)
8 h
-
Full charge time
-
120 min
Quick charge
-
20 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
Yes
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
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
No
Microphones
3
1
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)

Marshall Minor II Bluetooth

The Marshall Minor II Bluetooth earbuds, launched in 2018, deliver a straightforward wireless listening experience with Bluetooth 5.0 and a convenient multi-directional knob for controlling music, volume, and calls. They offer up to 12 hours of battery life and support aptX for better audio quality on compatible devices, making them a solid choice for those who prioritize simplicity and signature Marshall style.

  • Pro:Up to 12 hours of battery life
  • Pro:Bluetooth 5.0 for stable connectivity
  • Pro:aptX codec support for enhanced audio
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No USB-C charging port
  • Con:No multipoint connection for multiple devices

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