AirPods (3rd generation) Specs: Check Before You Sell
The AirPods (3rd generation) was released in 2021 with the H1 chip. Here is every configuration sold, how to confirm the model, and how to sell it.
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| Device | AirPods |
|---|---|
| Model | AirPods (3rd generation) |
| Release year | 2021 |
| Chip | H1 |
| Model identifier | — |
| U.S. model number | — |
| Version | 1 |
Which AirPods (3rd generation) configurations were sold?
This is the complete list; the free quote accepts only these combinations.
| Version |
|---|
| MagSafe or Lightning case |
How can I confirm I have AirPods (3rd generation)?
- Check the model nameSettings > Bluetooth, then the info button beside your AirPods, names the model.
- Confirm the configurationUnsure? The AirPods Bluetooth settings show the model and version.
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AirPods (3rd generation) specs: common questions
When was the AirPods (3rd generation) released?
Apple released the AirPods (3rd generation) in 2021. Open Settings > General > About on an iPhone or iPad, or About This Mac on a Mac, to see the exact model name and storage. Our model lookup also takes an A-number or identifier, so you can confirm which AirPods you have before getting a quote.
What chip does the AirPods (3rd generation) have?
H1. Open Settings > General > About on an iPhone or iPad, or About This Mac on a Mac, to see the exact model name and storage. Our model lookup also takes an A-number or identifier, so you can confirm which AirPods you have before getting a quote. For your exact AirPods figure, use the free quote on this page; it takes about a minute.
How much can I sell a used AirPods (3rd generation) for?
Configuration, condition and function decide it. The free quote on this page shows the figure instantly. Your AirPods offer starts from what that exact model and storage sells for on the refurbished market this week, then subtracts only the repairs testing would need. Sellers see the same number as anyone else in the country, which makes it an honest benchmark against a carrier trade-in or a marketplace listing.
Ready to sell your AirPods (3rd generation)?
See value notes, condition grades and the rules for this exact model.