Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. Jaybird X3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods (1st generation) and Jaybird X3. 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. Jaybird X3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X3
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 1st generation -
Height 4.05 cm -
Width 1.65 cm -
Length - 49 cm
Depth 1.8 cm -
Weight 4 g 13.8 g Apple AirPods (1st generation) are lighter than Apple AirPods (1st generation) headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 4.43 cm x 2.13 cm x 5.35 cm / 38 g Control unit: 1.2 cm x 0.6 cm x 4.25 cm
Colour - Alpha | Black | Road rash | Sparta
Protection - Dust-resistant, sweat-resistant
Design - Sports
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X3
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC)
Noise Isolating - Yes Jaybird X3 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response - 20 - 20000 Hz
Max Input Power - 12 mW
Sensitivity - 103 dB
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm - 5.8 mm
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X3
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - On-cable
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Audio Input Details - Omni-directional
Sensitivity - -38 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X3
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track Power on/off, volume control
CABLE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X3
Cable Type Lightning cable - detachable USB charge cable
FEATURES Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X3
Sensors Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X3
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Rechargeable
Battery Life - 8 hour(s)
Standby Time - 200 hours
Charging Time - 2.5 hour(s)
Auto On/Off Yes -
WIRELESS LINK Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X3
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4GHz
OTHERS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X3
Included Accessories Charging case Carrying pouch, 3 ear tips, clothing clip, 3 pairs of EarFins, charging clip, 3 sizes Comply isolation tips, cord management clips
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, BlackBerry, Windows phone
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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