Apple Airpods (3Rd Gen) Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) IPX4

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus IPX2

Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Compared to the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a rating of IPX2 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus has a lower liquid rating than Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)

Weight

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 8.56g

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 12.6g

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a weight of 8.56g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to carry.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, at 12.6g are heavier than the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by of 4.04g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires linking any part of the device together, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the pair of earbuds .

Wingtips Included

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus come with wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

Sweat Resistance

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are resistant to sweat

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers, what this means is that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) sit well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment noise while preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out .

Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have passive noise reduction this implies that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 11mm

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size dictates the sound made by the device.

Lowest Frequency

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 10Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 20Hz

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) can produce a juicier bass than the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus

Highest Frequency

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 20,000Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 20,000Hz

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device produces high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal treble

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Battery Life

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 6hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 11hours

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery life is more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 5 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 30hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 22hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s case is said to have a charge of 30 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's charging case has a battery life of 22 hours, less than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 8 hours

Charge Time

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 0.3hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 1hours

It requires 0.3 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 0.7 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging state of your device and case.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) v5

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus v5

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus has a Bluetooth version of 5, equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 10meters

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 10meters

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)

Has Aac

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) will work well with your iPhone. If you are planning on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

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Number Of Microphones

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 6only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 6only

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have 6 microphones.

While the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus microphones are 6, equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the desired sound.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support the find earbuds feature.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to help you find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 2only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also have the mute function. It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

With the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 1Years

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 1Years

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals.

When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a warranty period of 1Years, equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) .

Has Voice Prompts

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a cover can easily damage them.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)	Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX2
	weight	8.56g	12.6g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✗	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✗
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	✗
	lowest frequency	10Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
POWER	battery life	6hours	11hours
	battery life of charging case	30hours	22hours
	charge time	0.3hours	1hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✗	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✗	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	1Years	1Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Apple Airpods (3Rd Gen) Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Wingtips Included

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included