Apple AirPods (3rd generation) vs. Jaybird X3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods (3rd 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 (3rd generation) vs. Jaybird X3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Jaybird X3
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 3rd generation -
Height 3.079 cm -
Width 1.826 cm -
Length - 49 cm
Depth 1.921 cm -
Weight 4.28 g 13.8 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 Control unit: 1.2 cm x 0.6 cm x 4.25 cm
Colour - Alpha | Black | Road rash | Sparta
Protection IPX4 Dust-resistant, sweat-resistant
Design - Sports
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Jaybird X3
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 4.1 Apple AirPods (3rd generation) have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Jaybird X3.
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
Sound Effects Adaptive EQ -
Frequency Response - 20 - 20000 Hz
Max Input Power - 12 mW
Sensitivity - 103 dB
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm - 5.8 mm
Features Apple H1 chip -
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Jaybird X3
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - On-cable
Microphone Operation Mode Beamforming Omni-directional
Audio Input Details - Omni-directional
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Microphones Included 2 -
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Jaybird X3
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track Power on/off, volume control
CABLE Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Jaybird X3
Cable Type USB-C to Lightning cable USB charge cable
FEATURES Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Jaybird X3
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Siri -
Sensors Motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer, force sensor, skin-detecting sensors -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Jaybird X3
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Rechargeable
Battery Life 6 hour(s) 8 hour(s) Jaybird X3 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 - 200 hours
Wireless Charging Standards Qi -
Charging Time - 2.5 hour(s)
Auto On/Off Yes -
WIRELESS LINK Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Jaybird X3
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4GHz
OTHERS Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Jaybird X3
Included Accessories Wireless charging case, Lightning to USB-C cable 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 - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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