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Truly wireless in-ear headphones with Bluetooth 5.0, 5.8 mm drivers, IPX2 water resistance, and up to 6 hours of battery life (30 hours with charging case). Features touch controls, smart sensors for auto pause/play, and Qualcomm cVc technology for clear calls.
The Audio-Technica ATH-CK3TW delivers a compact true-wireless design with 5.8 mm dynamic drivers, Bluetooth 5.0, and support for SBC plus aptX audio. It offers around 6 hours of playback per charge and up to 30 hours with the case, along with IPX2 drip resistance, making it a straightforward everyday option. While battery life is a practical highlight, the overall sound tuning has drawn mixed reactions, ranging from balanced to underwhelming depending on the listener.
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
| Driver | 5.8 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 5.8 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB/mW |
| Driver | 5.8 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 5.8 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB/mW |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
|---|---|
| Codecs | SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | No |
| Wireless range | 10 m |
| Battery life | 6 h |
|---|---|
| Battery incl. case | 30 h |
| Full charge time | 120 min |
| Wireless charging | No |
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|---|
| Wear detection | Yes |
| Weight | 4.7 g |
|---|---|
| Case weight | 49.7 g |
| Water resistance | IPX2 |
| USB-C | Yes |
| Microphones | 1 |
|---|---|
| Microphone type | MEMS |
| Mic sensitivity | -38 dBV |
| Call noise reduction | Yes |
| Call NR technology | cVc |
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14:09The reviewer finds the Audio-Technica ATH-CK3TW to be a solid value at $99, praising its smooth, warm sound quality, good fit, and feature set like Bluetooth 5.0, aptX, and touch controls. However, they note weaknesses in voice microphone quality in noisy environments and a fit that may loosen during intense activity, suggesting improvements for a future version.
6:08The reviewer praises the Audio-Technica ATH-CK3TW for its balanced sound, long battery life, and compact case, noting that while the bass can be slightly muddy with stock ear tips, swapping them improves clarity. They find the fit secure and the touch controls convenient, though they point out that only the right earbud can be used independently. Overall, they recommend these as a great value under 100 euros.
4:17The reviewer tested the Audio-Technica ATH-CK3TW truly wireless earbuds for a week and was impressed with the sound quality, particularly the bass and vocal clarity. They found the earbuds compact with good battery life and responsive touch controls, but noted the fit was not ideal for their ears and the auto-pause feature did not work reliably. Overall, they recommend the earbuds despite these minor drawbacks.
7:03The reviewer finds the Audio-Technica ATH-CK3TW to be a solid value at $100, offering good audio quality and features like auto-pause and a long battery life, but notes that the large, heavy design can cause them to fall out during activities that involve bending over. Overall, they recommend them for steady activities like treadmill workouts, but caution that fit may be an issue for some users.
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