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AirPods Pro 3

3.1

VersusMatrix

out of 10

★

4.7

19,689 reviews

11mm
Driver
6hrs
Battery
20 Hz - 20,000 Hz
Freq Range
16 Ohmohm
Impedance

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Score Breakdown

PricePriceCodec QualityCodec QualityNoise CancellationNoise CancellationBattery LifeBattery LifeDriver SizeDriver SizeWater ResistanceWater Resistance
Top 22% Water Resistance
Price
3.5
Battery Life
0.4
Noise Cancellation
10.0
Driver Size
5.0
Water Resistance
5.0

AirPods Pro 3 — Full Specifications

Type
In-ear
Driver Type?Transducer technology: dynamic, planar magnetic, or balanced armature.
Dynamic
Driver Size?Speaker driver diameter. Larger drivers generally produce fuller bass.
11 mm
Frequency Response?Hz range the device can reproduce. Human hearing spans roughly 20Hz to 20kHz.
20 Hz - 20,000 Hz
Impedance?Electrical resistance in ohms. 16–32 ohm works with phones; 250+ needs an amp.
16 Ohm
Sensitivity?How efficiently electrical signal converts to sound. Higher = louder at same volume.
100 dB/mW

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Reviewed by VersusMatrix Editorial Team

Last updated: April 13, 2026

Editorial guidelines

Methodology: AI-powered analysis of technical specifications from manufacturer data. Scores are calculated by comparing products across multiple dimensions and normalized relative to the full category database. Our editorial process is independent and not influenced by affiliate partnerships.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the AirPods Pro 3 worth buying in 2026?

The AirPods Pro 3 scores 3.1/10 overall. Check full specs and comparisons below to decide if it fits your needs.

How long does the AirPods Pro 3 battery last?

The AirPods Pro 3 offers up to 6 hours of battery life, with 5W charging.

Is the AirPods Pro 3 waterproof?

The AirPods Pro 3 has IPX4 water/dust resistance. Check the spec table above for details on what this rating covers.

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VersusMatrix Score

3.1

out of 10

$ Price
20%3.5
Battery Life
20%0.4
Noise Cancellation
15%10.0
Driver Size
10%5.0
Water Resistance
10%5.0

How We Score

Scores are calculated by comparing all headphones in our database. Each dimension is weighted and normalized relative to the category.

$ Price20%

Based on Price (USD) · lower is better

Codec Quality25%

Based on Codec Support

Battery Life20%

Based on Battery Life (hrs)

Noise Cancellation15%

Based on ANC Rating

Driver Size10%

Based on Driver Size (mm)

Water Resistance10%

Based on IPX Rating

Products missing data for a dimension receive the median score. Overall = weighted sum of all dimensions.

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