Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) vs. Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 (2nd generation) vs. Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 2nd generation -
Height 3.09 cm 1.69 cm
Width 2.18 cm 4.07 cm
Depth 2.4 cm 1.87 cm
Weight 5.3 g 4.5 g Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3 are lighter than Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 6.06 cm x 2.17 cm x 4.52 cm / 50.8 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 White
Protection Sweat-resistant, IPX4, water-resistant Spill-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Headphones Form Factor In-ear Ear-bud
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth 5.2 Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3.
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 H2 chip, Adaptive Transparency technology, vent system for pressure equalisation, MagSafe charging case with Precision Finding, MagSafe charging case with Apple U1 chip QuickPair Function, built-in Qualcomm QCC3040 chip
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode Beamforming -
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 (2nd generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant, ANC/transparency Play/pause, next/previous track, answer call
CABLE Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Cable Type USB-C to Lightning cable USB-C charge cable - detachable
FEATURES Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Siri -
Sensors Motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer, skin-detecting sensors, touch control -
Additional Functions Wireless audio sharing -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 35 mAh
Battery Life 6 hour(s) 5 hour(s) Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) lasts longer on a single charge than the Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (personalised spatial audio, head tracking on): up to 5.5 hours
Continuous talk: up to 4.5 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (with included charging case): up to 30 hours
Continuous talk (with included charging case): up to 24 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 (2nd generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Connector Type - USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3
Included Accessories 4 pairs of silicone ear tips (extra small, small, medium, large), Lightning to USB-C cable, MagSafe charging case with speaker and lanyard loop Charging case (310 mAh)
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac -
Compliant Standards - IP54
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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