Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods (3rd generation) and Huawei FreeLace. 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Huawei FreeLace |
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| Product Type | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - USB-C | |
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| Product Generation | 3rd generation | - | |
| Height | 3.079 cm | - | |
| Width | 1.826 cm | - | |
| Length | - | 83.7 cm | |
| Depth | 1.921 cm | - | |
| Weight | 4.28 g | 27 g | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) are lighter than Apple AirPods (3rd generation) headphones. |
| Dimensions & Weight Details | Charging case: 5.44 cm x 2.138 cm x 4.64 cm / 37.91 g | - | |
| Colour | - | Moonlight silver | Amber sunrise | Graphite black | |
| Protection | IPX4 | Waterproof, sweat-resistant, wind protection, rainproof, IPX5 | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics |
| SOUND QUALITY | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Huawei FreeLace |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Ear-bud | In-ear | |
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| Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version. |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | AAC | |
| Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Huawei FreeLace are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | Adaptive EQ | - | |
| Diaphragm | - | TPU - 9.2 mm | |
| Features | Apple H1 chip | - | |
| In-Cord Volume Control | - | Yes |
| MICROPHONE | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Huawei FreeLace |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | - | |
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| Type | - | On-cable | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Beamforming | - | |
| Microphones Included | 2 | - |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Huawei FreeLace |
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| Controls | Volume, answer/end, next/previous track | Volume, power on/off, voice assistant |
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| CABLE | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Huawei FreeLace |
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| Cable Type | USB-C to Lightning cable | USB-C charge cable | |
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| Cable Length | - | 78.8 cm | |
| Plated Connector | - | Nickel |
| FEATURES | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Huawei FreeLace |
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| Features | - | HUAWEI HiPair technology | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | - | |
| Intelligent Assistant | Siri | - | |
| Sensors | Motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer, force sensor, skin-detecting sensors | Hall sensor |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Huawei FreeLace |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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| Battery Capacity | - | 120 mAh | |
| Battery Life | 6 hour(s) | 18 hour(s) | Huawei FreeLace lasts longer on a single charge than the Apple AirPods (3rd generation). |
| Battery Life Details | Continuous playback: up to 6 hours Continuous talk: up to 4 hours Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 30 hours Continuous talk (with included charging case): up to 20 hours Continuous playback (spatial audio on): up to 5 hours |
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| Standby Time | - | 288 hours | |
| Wireless Charging Standards | Qi | - | |
| Auto On/Off | Yes | - |
| OTHERS | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Huawei FreeLace |
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| Included Accessories | Wireless charging case, Lightning to USB-C cable | 6 ear tips | |
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| Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac | - | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | - |
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