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AirPods 5 vs AirPods Pro 3: When you should (and shouldn’t) spend £80 more

A hands-on review says the new earbuds add workout tracking and stronger noise cancellation, but the case battery drops to 24 hours.

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I’ve tested the AirPods 5 with wireless charging case and the AirPods Pro 3 to see what you lose by not going for the pricier pair

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Lots of Pros at the Smaller Price: The Airpods 5 Are Unrivalledly Good

Apple further improves its simplest earphones, even the cheaper version of the Airpods 5 offers an effective active noise suppression for just under 150 euros. In the practical test, their sound, a high wearing comfort and live translations are also pleasing.

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We put Apple's AirPods Pro 3 to the test, and they're still the brand's top earbuds for most people

The AirPods Pro 3 have stronger ANC than the AirPods 5 and include additional features such as heart rate tracking.

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AirPods 5 vs AirPods Pro 3: When you should (and shouldn’t) spend £80 more

I’ve tested the AirPods 5 with wireless charging case and the AirPods Pro 3 to see what you lose by not going for the pricier pair

·London, United Kingdom
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The Independent broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Thursday, October 8, 2026.
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