A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ipX7

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ipX4

Ingress protection ratings is the rating of protection offered by a casing, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids 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 Pro (2nd Gen), Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a rating of IPX7 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro has a higher liquid rating than Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 12.6g

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 10.6g

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a weight of 10.6g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, at 12.6g are heavier than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) with a difference of 2g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are resistant to sweat

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant.

Has An Earbud Foam

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

The earbud foam is made to be ultracompact and lightweight, with almost no interference with earrings, spectacles, hats, or hairstyles. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have an earbud foam for some people it is more comfortable than the in-ear foam.

Has Stereo Speakers

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers, what this means is that Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have stereo speakers

Waterproof Depth Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 1meters

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro are rated 1meters any depth more than that you are likely to lose the functionality of your device. Devices that have a higher depth rating are better for diving.

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have ANC which makes either of the devices ideal for flights and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your commute or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) sit well in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.

Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have passive noise reduction this means that both limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 11mm

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 11mm

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the loudness of the earbuds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making both devices similar in how loud their sound can get , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20hz

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20hz

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20,000hz

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20,000hz

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.

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

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Battery Life

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 8hours

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 6hours

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery life is more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 2 hours . Each 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20hours

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 24hours

This is given by the vendor, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case has a charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours, less than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 4 hours

Charge Time

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 1hours

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 1hours

It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)

Battery Power

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 61mah

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 49.7mah

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery capacity is 49.7mAh, battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery power is 61mAh. more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 11.3mAh

Has Wireless Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just place down on a supported charging pad.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your device and charging case.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro v5

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) v5.3

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 10meters

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 10meters

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)

Has Aac

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) will work well with your iPad. 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 Pro 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 6only

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 6only

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have 6 microphones.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphones are 6, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out noise from the desired sound.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.

Mic Sensitivity

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro -26dbv/pa

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphone sensitivity is measured at -26dBV/Pa. The extent of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the earbud microphone can pick up.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing them

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

When lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a find earbuds feature.

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

Supports Fast Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2only

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 2only

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

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another connected device.

Has A Mute Function

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also support the mute function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.

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

Warranty Period

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2years

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a warranty period of 2 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.

Has Voice Prompts

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro	Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	ipX7	ipX4
	weight	12.6g	10.6g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	is dust proof and water-resistant	✓	✗
	has an earbud foam	✓	✗
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
	waterproof depth rating	1meters	✗
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20hz	20hz
	highest frequency	20,000hz	20,000hz
POWER	battery life	8hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	24hours
	charge time	1hours	1hours
	battery power	61mah	49.7mah
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✗
	bluetooth version	v5	v5.3
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	mic sensitivity	-26dbv/pa	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2years	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by feature comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Has An Earbud Foam

Has Stereo Speakers

Waterproof Depth Rating

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

Battery Power

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

Mic Sensitivity

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

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