Poly Blackwire 3220 series vs Apple Airpods 3rd Gen

Headset Comparison: Poly Blackwire 3220 series vs. Apple Airpods 3rd Gen

When it comes to choosing the right headset, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of your options is key. Today, we compare two popular models: Poly Blackwire 3220 series and Apple Airpods 3rd Gen, to help you determine which headset aligns best with your audio needs. Both models provide long-term comfort. Constructed from Durable plastic with foam ear cushions, the Blackwire 3220 series is designed to be durable while still providing comfort. The Airpods Pro 3rd Gen consists of materials like White plastic. You can find the detailed comparison below.

Technichal specifications
Poly Blackwire 3220 series
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
Type
On-ear
In-ear
Connectivity
Wired, USB-A / USB-C connection
Bluetooth 5.0
Battery life
N/A
6 hours on a single charge with the charging case - more than 30 hours
Charge time
N/A
1 hour
Charging method
N/A
Lightning connector/ Qi-compatible chargers
Wireless range
N/A
Up to 10 meters
Latency
N/A
Low
Batteries
N/A
Rechargeable lithium-ion
Driver info
Dynamic EQ, optimized for voice and multimedia
Custom Apple driver for high dynamic range and deep bass
Physical specifications
Poly Blackwire 3220 series
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
Weight
87 grams
each: 4.28 grams
Dimensions
155x178x32 mm
19.21x30.79x18.26 mm
Materials
Durable plastic with foam ear cushions
White plastic
Color options
Black with red accents
White
Mute button
Yes
No
Touch controls
No
Yes
Accessories
USB-A / USB-C cable
MagSafe Charging Case, Lightning to USB-C Cable
Cable length
1.6m
N/A
Water/sweat resistence
N/A
IPX4
Microphone
Poly Blackwire 3220 series
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
Type
Boom
N/A
Directionality
Omnidirectional
Beamforming
Frequency response
100Hz - 10kHz
N/A
Sensitivity
-38 dBV/Pa
N/A
AI features
Noise Reduction
N/A
Speaker
Poly Blackwire 3220 series
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
Frequency range
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Mono/stereo audio
Stereo
Stereo
Transparency mode
No
Yes
AI features
No
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.
Popularity and rating
Poly Blackwire 3220 series
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
Brand popularity
High
High
Model popularity
High
Very High
Comfort rating
High
High
Sound quality rating
High
High
Durability rating
Medium to High
Medium to High
Comfort for long wear
High
High

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