True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro 3
84Great
$232
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro 3 vs Sennheiser CX SPORT: 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
Sennheiser CX SPORT
68Good
$130
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
Sennheiser CX SPORT
Sound7.0
Battery6.0
Value6.0
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro 3 | Sennheiser CX SPORT |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $232 | $130 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2025 | 2018 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 10.7 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 17Hz-21kHz |
| Impedance | - | 28 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB/mW | 112 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.x |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 4.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | aptX, aptX Low Latency, AAC, SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 8 h | 8.5 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8 h | - |
| Battery incl. case | 24 h | - |
| Full charge time | - | 90 min |
| Quick charge | 5 minutes in case = about 1 hour listening time | - |
| Wireless charging | Yes | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | No |
| ANC type | adaptive | - |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Wear detection | Yes | - |
| Controls | touch | - |
| Voice assistant | Siri | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 10.1 g | 15.07 g |
| Case weight | 43.99 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP57 | null |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 3 | 1 |
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
Sennheiser CX SPORT
The Sennheiser CX Sport true wireless earbuds are built for active use, offering a lightweight, secure fit that stays put during workouts. They deliver a lively, bass-forward sound with support for aptX and AAC codecs, plus Bluetooth multipoint for convenience. While their performance is solid for exercise, the price is on the higher side, and real-world battery life may fall short of the advertised six hours.
- Pro:Secure, stable fit during intense movement
- Pro:Energetic, bass-heavy sound signature
- Pro:IPX5 sweat and splash resistance
- Con:Battery life often below the rated 6 hours
- Con:Pricier than comparable sports earbuds
- Con:No active noise cancellation
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