True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro 3
84Great
$232
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro 3 vs OnePlus Buds Pro 3: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Apple AirPods Pro 3 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 3 - Great overall at around $232.
True Wireless
OnePlus Buds Pro 3
78Great
$129
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Apple AirPods Pro 3
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling9.5
Battery8.0
Calls8.5
Value7.5
OnePlus Buds Pro 3
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery8.5
Calls7.5
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro 3 | OnePlus Buds Pro 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $232 | $129 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2025 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver type | - | Dual Drivers (11mm woofer + 6mm tweeter) |
| Driver size | 10.7 mm | 11 mm |
| Driver size | - | 11mm woofer, 6mm tweeter |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 10 Hz - 40,000 Hz |
| Impedance | - | 18 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB/mW | 98.5 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LHDC 5.0 |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 8 h | 10 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8 h | - |
| Battery incl. case | 24 h | 43 h |
| Full charge time | - | 70 min |
| Quick charge | 5 minutes in case = about 1 hour listening time | 10 min = 5 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | Siri | Google Assistant |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.1 g | 10.56 g |
| Case weight | 43.99 g | 50.62 g |
| Water resistance | IP57 | IP55 |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 3 | 3 |
| Microphone | - | Yes |
What reviewers said
Apple AirPods Pro 3
The Apple AirPods Pro 3 are premium true wireless earbuds that deliver top-tier active noise cancellation, clear call quality, and a well-balanced sound profile. They offer a robust feature set including adaptive ANC, wireless charging, and IP57 water resistance, though their higher price and somewhat finicky fit may give some buyers pause. Overall, they stand out as a polished, high-performance option for iOS users willing to invest in a premium experience.
- Pro:Excellent active noise cancellation
- Pro:Clear call quality in noisy environments
- Pro:Strong battery life with the charging case
- Con:Fit can be finicky and may lose seal easily
- Con:Premium price point
- Con:Only supports AAC codec
OnePlus Buds Pro 3
The OnePlus Buds Pro 3 are premium true wireless earbuds that deliver a notable step up in audio quality for the brand, featuring a hybrid dual-driver setup and support for high-resolution LHDC 5.0 codecs. With adaptive active noise cancellation, robust battery life (43 hours total with case), IP55 water resistance, and multipoint Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity, they offer a well-rounded package for commuters and fitness users. While they excel in sound tuning and everyday usability, they don't quite lead the category in every aspect, making them a strong mid-premium choice rather than an absolute flagship.
- Pro:Excellent sound quality with dual-driver tuning
- Pro:Long battery life (43 hours with case)
- Pro:Adaptive ANC and transparency modes work well
- Con:Not the absolute best in class for noise cancellation
- Con:Case is not water-resistant, only earbuds
- Con:Touch controls may be too sensitive for some
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