Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. KEF Mu3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods (1st generation) and KEF Mu3. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. KEF Mu3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods (1st generation) KEF Mu3
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 1st generation -
Height 4.05 cm -
Width 1.65 cm -
Depth 1.8 cm -
Weight 4 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 4.43 cm x 2.13 cm x 5.35 cm / 38 g Earbud: 1.75 cm x 2.63 cm x 2.45 cm / 5.8 g
Charging case: 6.2 cm x 5.2 cm x 3.35 cm / 46.8 g
Colour - Silver grey
Protection - Splashproof
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods (1st generation) KEF Mu3
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes KEF Mu3 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response - 20 - 20000 Hz
Max Input Power - 5 mW
Sensitivity - 104 dB/mW
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm - 8.2 mm
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods (1st generation) KEF Mu3
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods (1st generation) KEF Mu3
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track Multiple function button
CABLE Apple AirPods (1st generation) KEF Mu3
Cable Type Lightning cable - detachable -
FEATURES Apple AirPods (1st generation) KEF Mu3
Sensors Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods (1st generation) KEF Mu3
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 50 mAh
Battery Life - 9 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 9 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Auto On/Off Yes -
Included Qty - 2
OTHERS Apple AirPods (1st generation) KEF Mu3
Included Accessories Charging case 4 pairs of silicone ear tips, USB-C charging cable, charging case (350 mAh)
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac -
Compliant Standards - IPX5
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