Apple AirPods (3rd generation) vs. Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Apple AirPods (3rd generation) vs. Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
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
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear - neckband
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
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode Beamforming -
Microphones Included 2 -
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track Volume, answer/end, next/previous track
CABLE Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100
Cable Type USB-C to Lightning cable -
FEATURES Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100
Features - Vibrating call alert
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
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
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
Transmission Range - 10 m
OTHERS Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Poly - Plantronics Backbeat 100
Included Accessories Wireless charging case, Lightning to USB-C cable 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), micro-USB charging cable
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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