AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds
In-ear TWS · ANC · 6h/30h · H3 chip · BT 5.3
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Momentum 4 Headphones
Over-ear · ANC · 60h · aptX Adaptive · BT 5.2
MSRP
Our verdict
The AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds takes the performance lead with a 5% higher overall score, driven by its more shader cores, more of memory, and higher TFLOPS of compute power. In gaming benchmarks at 1440p, it delivers roughly 0% more frames per second across demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Alan Wake 2.
However, the Momentum 4 Headphones tells a compelling value story. At $280 versus the AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds's $250 price tag, it costs $30 less while delivering performance that's only 5% behind. Its of memory is still more than enough for 1440p and even 4K gaming in most titles.
Our recommendation: for the majority of gamers targeting 1440p or even 4K with upscaling enabled, the Momentum 4 Headphones is the smarter purchase. The AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds only makes sense if you need the absolute maximum performance for native 4K ray tracing, professional 3D rendering, or AI workloads where the extra VRAM and compute power provide a tangible advantage.
Performance winner
AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds
5% faster overall
Best value for money
Momentum 4 Headphones
5% better value per dollar
AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds best for
Value for money
5% faster overall
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Momentum 4 Headphones worth $30 more than the AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds?
It depends on your needs. The Momentum 4 Headphones scores 90 overall vs 86 for the AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds offers better value.
Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds or Momentum 4 Headphones?
The AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds delivers higher frame rates at 1440p, but both GPUs handle 1440p gaming well. The AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds provides more headroom for ray tracing and future titles, while the Momentum 4 Headphones still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.
Can the Momentum 4 Headphones handle 4K gaming?
The Momentum 4 Headphones can handle 4K gaming in less demanding titles and with upscaling technologies like DLSS or FSR. For native 4K at ultra settings in demanding games, the AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.
Which should I buy, the AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds or Momentum 4 Headphones?
Choose the AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds if you want the best value for money and primarily game at 1080p or 1440p. Choose the Momentum 4 Headphones if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.
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