Shure SE215 Sound Isolating vs. Apple AirPods (3rd generation)

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Shure SE215 Sound Isolating and Apple AirPods (3rd generation). 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

Shure SE215 Sound Isolating vs. Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Shure SE215 Sound Isolating Apple AirPods (3rd generation)
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series Sound Isolating -
Product Generation - 3rd generation
Height - 3.079 cm
Width - 1.826 cm
Depth - 1.921 cm
Weight 30 g 4.28 g Apple AirPods (3rd generation) are lighter than Shure SE215 Sound Isolating headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 5.44 cm x 2.138 cm x 4.64 cm / 37.91 g
Colour Clear | Translucent black -
Protection - IPX4
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Shure SE215 Sound Isolating Apple AirPods (3rd generation)
Headphones Form Factor In-ear Ear-bud
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.
Noise Isolating Yes - Shure SE215 Sound Isolating are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Adaptive EQ
Frequency Response 22 - 17000 Hz -
Sensitivity 107 dB/mW -
Impedance 17 Ohm -
Features - Apple H1 chip
MICROPHONE Shure SE215 Sound Isolating Apple AirPods (3rd generation)
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Operation Mode - Beamforming
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL Shure SE215 Sound Isolating Apple AirPods (3rd generation)
Controls Volume control, 3-button remote Volume, answer/end, next/previous track
CABLE Shure SE215 Sound Isolating Apple AirPods (3rd generation)
Cable Type Headphones cable - 1.6 m USB-C to Lightning cable
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Shure SE215 Sound Isolating Apple AirPods (3rd generation)
Features 37Db Noise Reduction Rating -
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri
Sensors - Motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer, force sensor, skin-detecting sensors
BATTERY AND CHARGING Shure SE215 Sound Isolating Apple AirPods (3rd generation)
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 8 hour(s) 6 hour(s) Shure SE215 Sound Isolating 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
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Auto On/Off - Yes
CONNECTIONS Shure SE215 Sound Isolating Apple AirPods (3rd generation)
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) -
OTHERS Shure SE215 Sound Isolating Apple AirPods (3rd generation)
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, clothing clip, USB charging cable, 3 pairs of rubber ear tips Wireless charging case, Lightning to USB-C cable
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
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