Apple Airpods 3rd Gen vs BlueParrott B550-XT

Headset Comparison: Apple Airpods 3rd Gen vs. BlueParrott B550-XT

When it comes to choosing the right headset, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of your options is key. Today, we compare two popular models: Apple Airpods 3rd Gen and BlueParrott B550-XT, to help you determine which headset aligns best with your audio needs. Both models provide long-term comfort. Constructed from White plastic, the Airpods Pro 3rd Gen is designed to be durable while still providing comfort. The B550-XT consists of materials like Polycarbonate (PC), Silicone, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS). You can find the detailed comparison below.

Technichal specifications
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
BlueParrott B550-XT
Type
In-ear
Over-ear
Connectivity
Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth 5.0
Battery life
6 hours on a single charge with the charging case - more than 30 hours
24 hours
Charge time
1 hour
3 hours
Charging method
Lightning connector/ Qi-compatible chargers
Micro-USB
Wireless range
Up to 10 meters
Up to 100 meter
Latency
Low
Low
Batteries
Rechargeable lithium-ion
Lithium-ion
Driver info
Custom Apple driver for high dynamic range and deep bass
36mm
Physical specifications
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
BlueParrott B550-XT
Weight
each: 4.28 grams
26 grams
Dimensions
19.21x30.79x18.26 mm
91 x 178 x 16 mm
Materials
White plastic
Polycarbonate (PC), Silicone, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
Color options
White
Black
Mute button
No
Yes
Touch controls
Yes
Yes
Accessories
MagSafe Charging Case, Lightning to USB-C Cable
Micro USB charging cable, extra ear cushions
Cable length
N/A
N/A
Water/sweat resistence
IPX4
IP54
Microphone
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
BlueParrott B550-XT
Type
N/A
Boom
Directionality
Beamforming
Bidirectional
Frequency response
N/A
150 Hz - 6.8 kHz
Sensitivity
N/A
-47dBV/Pa
AI features
N/A
Noise reduction, removes consistent background noise like engines, wind, and road noise
Speaker
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
BlueParrott B550-XT
Frequency range
20 Hz - 20 kHz
150 Hz - 6.8 kHz
Mono/stereo audio
Stereo
Mono
Transparency mode
Yes
No
AI features
Virtual Surround Sound: Supports spatial audio with dynamic head tracking for immersive sound experiences. Spatial Audio Capabilities: Yes, creating a theater-like experience for music and movies.
No
Popularity and rating
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
BlueParrott B550-XT
Brand popularity
High
Medium to High
Model popularity
Very High
High
Comfort rating
High
Good
Sound quality rating
High
Good
Durability rating
Medium to High
High
Comfort for long wear
High
Good

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