Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods (3rd generation) and Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100. 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100 |
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Product Type | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Product Generation | 3rd generation | - | |
Height | 3.079 cm | - | |
Width | 1.826 cm | - | |
Depth | 1.921 cm | - | |
Weight | 4.28 g | 29.3 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 | - | |
Protection | IPX4 | - | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | - | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 10 m |
SOUND QUALITY | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Ear-bud | In-ear - neckband | |
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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 Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100. |
Bluetooth Profiles | - | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100 are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | Adaptive EQ | - | |
Features | Apple H1 chip | - |
MICROPHONE | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphone Operation Mode | Beamforming | - | |
Microphones Included | 2 | - |
REMOTE CONTROL | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100 |
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Controls | Volume, answer/end, next/previous track | Volume, answer/end, next/previous track |
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CABLE | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100 |
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Cable Type | USB-C to Lightning cable | - |
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FEATURES | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100 |
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Features | - | Vibrating call alert | |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | - | |
Intelligent Assistant | Siri | - | |
Sensors | Motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer, force sensor, skin-detecting sensors | - | |
Additional Functions | - | DSP |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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Battery Life | 6 hour(s) | 8 hours | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100 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 | - | 240 hours | |
Wireless Charging Standards | Qi | - | |
Charging Time | - | 1.5 hours | |
Auto On/Off | Yes | - |
WIRELESS LINK | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100 |
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Transmission Range | - | 10 m |
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OTHERS | Apple AirPods (3rd generation) | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100 |
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Included Accessories | Wireless charging case, Lightning to USB-C cable | 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), micro-USB charging cable | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac | - | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 1 year |