Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2

Apple AirPods Pro 3

A genuine step up from AirPods Pro 2, though audiophiles may still prefer dedicated music earbuds.

• Bass is noticeably richer and mids have more detail — Apple has finally made earbuds that sound genuinely good, not just convenient.
• The lack of lossless codec support remains frustrating — you're not hearing the full potential of Apple Music Lossless through these.

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2

Studio-grade audio accuracy in wireless form.

• Retains the M50x signature sound — flat, accurate, revealing, great for mixing and critical listening
• LDAC support means you get near-lossless audio quality over Bluetooth