Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation vs Sony WF-C510
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Sony WF-C510
What Buyers Say
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
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
Sony WF-C510
The Sony WF-C510 earbuds are widely praised for their excellent sound quality, comfortable fit, and impressive battery life, especially given the affordable price point. Many users appreciate the compact charging case and features like multipoint connection and the Sony Headphones Connect app. However, a notable number of reviews report reliability issues, with some units failing to charge or developing audio distortion within months of purchase.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Long battery life (11 hours per charge)
- Compact and portable charging case
- Multipoint connection (two devices)
Cons
- Reliability issues (charging/audio failure)
- Left earbud stops charging after months
- Clicking noise during running
- Difficult to connect to new devices
- Only stores two devices at a time
Scores
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | Sony WF-C510 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | Extra small, Medium, Extra large |
| Weight | 0.09 kg | 0.00 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 6 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | AAC, SBC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | 360 Reality Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | Bluetooth |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 11 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time | 5 minute quick charge allows you to enjoy up to 1 hour of extra playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs★ | 22 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Google, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Android & iOS | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| 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)
Sony WF-C510
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong battery (76th percentile)
- Below average affordability (28th percentile)
Pricing
Sony WF-C510 offers 4.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 39 specs.
