Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation vs SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds 61685
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Apple
86 Overall Score
vs
SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds 61685
SteelSeries
29 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
72 out of 100 medium confidence 25 reviews
The AirPods Pro 3 receive high praise for their exceptional active noise cancellation, improved sound quality with deep bass and clear vocals, and comfortable secure fit. Users highlight the new heart-rate sensor, adaptive audio, and live translation as valuable upgrades. However, a few reviewers report discomfort due to the hard plastic shape or fit issues, and some note the case battery could be stronger. Overall, they are seen as a premium but worthwhile upgrade for daily use.
Pros
- Exceptional active noise cancellation
- Improved sound quality with deep bass
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Useful heart-rate sensor
- Adaptive audio and transparency mode
Cons
- Uncomfortable hard plastic shape for some
- Fit issues causing earbuds to fall out
- Case battery could be stronger
- High price point
- Different fit compared to previous generations
Active noise cancellation 8
Sound quality 7
Comfort and fit 9
Battery life 5
Heart rate sensor 3
Live translation 3
SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds 61685
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds 61685 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | — |
| Weight | 0.09 kg | 0.06 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | — |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Active Noise Cancelling |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Android & iOS | SteelSeries GG |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)
SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds 61685
- Strong anc (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong connectivity (79th percentile)
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong comfort (70th percentile)
- Below average battery (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average affordability (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average social proof (21st percentile)
- Below average sound (27th percentile)
Pricing
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation0.290score per dollar
vs
SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds 616850.147score per dollar
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation offers 2.0x better value for money
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds 61685
Verdict
Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 35 specs.
