AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds
In-ear TWS · ANC · 6h/30h · H3 chip · BT 5.3
MSRP
LinkBuds Fit Earbuds
In-ear TWS · ANC · 5.5h/21h · LDAC · BT 5.3
MSRP
Our verdict
The AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds takes the performance lead with a 18% 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 AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds tells a compelling value story. At $250 versus the LinkBuds Fit Earbuds's $180 price tag, it costs $70 less while delivering performance that's only 18% 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 AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds is the smarter purchase. The LinkBuds Fit 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
18% faster overall
Best value for money
AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds
3% better value per dollar
AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds best for
Power efficiency
18% faster overall
Audio
Battery
Comfort
Connectivity
Noise Cancellation
Frequently asked questions
Is the AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds worth $70 more than the LinkBuds Fit Earbuds?
It depends on your needs. The AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds scores 90 overall vs 76 for the LinkBuds Fit Earbuds. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the LinkBuds Fit Earbuds offers better value.
Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds or LinkBuds Fit Earbuds?
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 LinkBuds Fit Earbuds still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.
Can the LinkBuds Fit Earbuds handle 4K gaming?
The LinkBuds Fit Earbuds 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 LinkBuds Fit Earbuds?
Choose the LinkBuds Fit Earbuds if you want the best value for money and primarily game at 1080p or 1440p. Choose the AirPods Pro 3 Earbuds if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.
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