For the past couple of years, Apple and the Beats brand have produced some of the best wireless earbuds ever used; and both brands show no sign of slowing down as they continue to improve on their products. In this article, we will be diving into the Beats Studio Buds and 3rd-generation Apple Airpods.
Both devices are mid-range true wireless models that have similar features and pricing. For the battle of Airpods vs. Beats, who wins and why? Let’s get right into it to find out.
Quick Specs
- H1 Chip
- Audio Sharing
- Live Listen
- Smart Controls
- Customizable Sound
TECHNOLOGY
TECHNOLOGY
TECHNOLOGY
- IPX4 water resistance
- Spatial Audio
- Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation Transparency Mode
- Customizable Sound
- Bluetooth 5.2
- Customizable Sound
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Airpods vs. Beats – Design
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Apple maintained most of the design elements from the first generation Airpods. The color choices, long-stem, and plastic construction are the same in these apple earbuds as in the predecessor. There is no IP rating, which means they can easily get damaged. It’s the same old regular design with barely any improvements.
For the Studio Buds, Beats changed quite a lot. The known ear hook style linked to models like the Powerbeats 4 was switched to an in-ear design that gives the buds a more discreet look. The Beats buds are made from durable plastic that can withstand scratches and most fail, and they also have IPX4 water and sweat resistance ratings. The buds are available in three colors ‘Beats’ Red, White, and Black.
