Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) vs. Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) and Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3. 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 Pro (1st generation) vs. Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 1st generation -
Height 3.09 cm 1.69 cm
Width 2.18 cm 4.07 cm
Depth 2.4 cm 1.87 cm
Weight 5.4 g 4.5 g Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3 are lighter than Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 6.06 cm x 2.17 cm x 4.52 cm / 45.6 g Earphone: 4.07 cm x 1.87 cm x 1.69 cm / 4.5 g
Charging case: 4.96 cm x 2.44 cm x 4.96 cm
Colour - White
Protection IPX4 Spill-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Headphones Form Factor In-ear Ear-bud
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2 Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation).
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects Adaptive EQ -
Diaphragm - 12 mm
Features Apple H1 chip QuickPair Function, built-in Qualcomm QCC3040 chip
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Noise Cancelling - Yes Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology - cVc (clear Voice capture) by Qualcomm
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Controls Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, audio transparency, ANC on/off Play/pause, next/previous track, answer call
CABLE Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Cable Type - USB-C charge cable - detachable
FEATURES Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Siri -
Sensors Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer, force sensor -
Additional Functions Wireless audio sharing -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 35 mAh
Battery Life 5 hour(s) 5 hour(s) Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback: up to 4.5 hours
Continuous talk: up to 3.5 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Continuous talk (with included charging case): up to 18 hours
Continuous playback: up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 20 hours
Wireless Charging Standards Qi -
Auto On/Off Yes -
CONNECTIONS Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Connector Type - USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Included Accessories 3 pairs of silicone ear tips, wireless charging case, Lightning to USB-C cable Charging case (310 mAh)
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac -
Compliant Standards - IP54
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year
Technical support - phone consulting - 90 days
Limited warranty - 2 years
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