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Apple AirPods Pro 3
Raycon Essential Open Earbuds

Apple AirPods Pro 3 Raycon Essential Open Earbuds

Common Features

  • ✓ Both products have no wires or cables.
  • ✓ Neither product is a neckband earbud.
  • ✓ Both products have stereo speakers.
  • ✓ Neither product has RGB lighting.
  • ✓ Neither product has UV light.
  • ✓ Neither product has a display.
  • ✓ Both products have a battery level indicator.
  • ✓ Both products have a rechargeable battery.
  • ✓ Both products have wireless charging.
  • ✓ Both products have a mute function.
  • ✓ Both products can be used as a headset.
  • ✓ Both products have a control panel placed on a device.
  • ✓ Both products have voice prompts.
  • ✓ Both products include a travel bag.
  • ✓ Both products have a noise-canceling microphone.
  • ✓ Both products support fast charging.
  • ✓ Both products have Bluetooth connectivity.
  • ✓ Both products have a minimum frequency of 20 Hz.
  • ✓ Both products have a maximum frequency of 20000 Hz.

Main Differences

  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 has an in-ear fit, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds have an open-ear fit.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 has an IP57 rating, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds have an IPX4 rating.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 is waterproof, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds are sweat resistant.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 does not include wingtips, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds include wingtips.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 has active noise cancellation (ANC), while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds do not.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 has passive noise reduction, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds do not.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 supports spatial audio, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds do not.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 has Dolby Atmos support, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds do not.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 has a sound pressure level of 110 dB/mW, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds have a sound pressure level of 100 dB/mW.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 has a battery life of 10 hours, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds have a battery life of 8 hours.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 has a battery life of 20 hours with the charging case, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds have a battery life of 24 hours with the charging case.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 requires 1.5 hours to charge, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds require 1 hour to charge.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 supports fast pairing, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds do not.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 uses Bluetooth version 5.3, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds use Bluetooth version 6.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 supports AAC, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds do not.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 has ambient sound mode, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds do not.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 has in/on-ear detection, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds do not.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 has a find device feature, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds do not.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 can read notifications, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds cannot.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 has a built-in translator, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds does not.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 has a temperature sensor, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds does not.
  • • The Apple AirPods Pro 3 has a built-in camera remote control function, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds does not.
Specs Comparison
Apple AirPods Pro 3

Apple AirPods Pro 3

Raycon Essential Open Earbuds

Raycon Essential Open Earbuds

Design:
Fit In-ear Open-ear
Ingress Protection (IP) rating IP57 IPX4
water resistance Waterproof Sweat resistant
has no wires or cables ✓ ✓
are neckband earbuds ✕ ✕
wingtips included ✕ ✓
has RGB lighting ✕ ✕
has stereo speakers ✓ ✓
has UV light ✕ ✕
Has a display ✕ ✕

The Apple AirPods Pro 3 have an in-ear design, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds feature an open-ear fit. This difference in fit could affect comfort and sound isolation, with in-ear models like the AirPods Pro 3 generally offering a more secure seal for better noise isolation.

In terms of water resistance, the AirPods Pro 3 are rated with an IP57, making them waterproof, while the Raycon earbuds have an IPX4 rating, which indicates they are sweat resistant but not fully waterproof. The AirPods Pro 3 offer higher protection against water and dust.

Both models are wireless, with no cables, and neither uses a neckband. The Raycon earbuds come with wingtips for additional stability, while the AirPods Pro 3 do not include them. Both models feature stereo speakers, but neither includes RGB lighting, UV light, or a display.

Sound quality:
has active noise cancellation (ANC) ✓ ✕
has passive noise reduction ✓ ✕
lowest frequency 20 Hz 20 Hz
highest frequency 20000 Hz 20000 Hz
supports spatial audio ✓ ✕
has Dolby Atmos ✓ ✕
has Dirac Virtuo ✕ ✕
sound pressure level 110 dB/mW 100 dB/mW
has a neodymium magnet ✕ ✕

The Apple AirPods Pro 3 offer more advanced sound features compared to the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds. The AirPods Pro 3 have both active noise cancellation (ANC) and passive noise reduction, while the Raycon earbuds do not feature either of these capabilities.

Both products have the same frequency range, with a lowest frequency of 20 Hz and a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz, which should provide similar audio performance in terms of frequency response. However, the AirPods Pro 3 support spatial audio and Dolby Atmos, offering a more immersive sound experience, which is not available on the Raycon earbuds.

In terms of sound pressure level, the AirPods Pro 3 have a higher rating of 110 dB/mW compared to the Raycon earbuds' 100 dB/mW. This means the AirPods Pro 3 can potentially produce louder sound at the same power input. Neither model includes a neodymium magnet, and neither supports Dirac Virtuo or spatial audio on the Raycon model.

Power:
Battery life 10 hours 8 hours
Battery life of charging case 20 hours 24 hours
charge time 1.5 hours 1 hours
has wireless charging ✓ ✓
Has a solar power battery ✕ ✕
has a battery level indicator ✓ ✓
has a rechargeable battery ✓ ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro 3 offer a battery life of 10 hours on a single charge, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds provide 8 hours of use. However, the Raycon earbuds offer slightly more battery life from their charging case, with 24 hours compared to the AirPods Pro 3's 20 hours.

In terms of charging, the AirPods Pro 3 require 1.5 hours to fully charge, while the Raycon earbuds charge more quickly, at 1 hour. Both models support wireless charging, so they can be charged without needing to plug in a cable.

Both products feature a battery level indicator and have rechargeable batteries, with no solar power capabilities on either model.

Connectivity:
has fast pairing ✓ ✕
Has USB Type-C ✓ ✓
Bluetooth version 5.3 6
has LDAC ✕ ✕
has LDHC ✕ ✕
has Bluetooth LE Audio ✕ ✕
has aptX Adaptive ✕ ✕
has aptX Low Latency ✕ ✕
has aptX HD ✕ ✕
has aptX ✕ ✕
has aptX Lossless ✕ ✕
has aptX Voice ✕ ✕
has Auracast ✕ ✕
maximum Bluetooth range 10 m 10 m
supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC ✕ ✕
Can be used wirelessly ✓ ✓
has AAC ✓ ✕

The Apple AirPods Pro 3 support fast pairing, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds do not. Both models include USB Type-C for charging, but the Bluetooth versions differ: the AirPods Pro 3 use Bluetooth 5.3, while the Raycon earbuds feature Bluetooth 6. Neither product supports LDAC, LDHC, Bluetooth LE Audio, aptX (in any form), or Auracast.

Both earbuds have a maximum Bluetooth range of 10 meters, and neither supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC. In terms of audio codecs, the AirPods Pro 3 support AAC, while the Raycon earbuds do not.

Both models are capable of being used wirelessly, offering flexibility in connectivity without the need for cables.

Features:
release date September 2025 September 2025
has ambient sound mode ✓ ✕
has in/on-ear detection ✓ ✕
has find device feature ✓ ✕
Supports fast charging ✓ ✓
can read notifications ✓ ✕
Has a built-in translator ✓ ✕
has a mute function ✓ ✓
can be used as a headset ✓ ✓
control panel placed on a device ✓ ✓
Has voice prompts ✓ ✓
travel bag is included ✓ ✓
Has an in-line control panel ✕ ✕
Has a temperature sensor ✓ ✕
Has a built-in camera remote control function ✓ ✕

The Apple AirPods Pro 3 include several additional features compared to the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds. The AirPods Pro 3 offer ambient sound mode, in/on-ear detection, a find device feature, and the ability to read notifications. These features are not available on the Raycon earbuds.

Both models support fast charging, have a mute function, can be used as a headset, have a control panel placed on a device, include voice prompts, and come with a travel bag. Neither has an in-line control panel.

Additional features on the AirPods Pro 3 include a temperature sensor and a built-in camera remote control function, which the Raycon earbuds do not offer. The AirPods Pro 3 also have a built-in translator, which is absent on the Raycon earbuds.

Microphone:
has a noise-canceling microphone ✓ ✓

Both the Apple AirPods Pro 3 and the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds are equipped with noise-canceling microphones. This feature is present on both products, allowing for clearer communication by reducing background noise during calls or voice interactions.

There are no further differences in microphone features between the two models, as both share this specific capability.

Comparison Summary

This is a specification comparison between Apple AirPods Pro 3 and Raycon Essential Open Earbuds. Both products feature stereo speakers, wireless charging, and noise-canceling microphones. The AirPods Pro 3 has an in-ear fit and IP57 rating, while the Raycon Essential Open Earbuds offer an open-ear fit and IPX4 rating. The Apple model includes active noise cancellation, spatial audio support, and a longer battery life of 10 hours, whereas the Raycon earbuds lack these features and have a shorter battery life of 8 hours.