Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd Gen) Vs. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Review

IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IPX4, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s rating is read as, the first value of X denotes 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. In comparison to the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), Galaxy Buds 2 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, Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a higher liquid rating than Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a weight of 10.6g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.

Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, at 11g are heavier than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by of 0.4g True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds . Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are resistant to sweat Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers ANC makes use of more advanced technology to actively cancel noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making both devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that suits your travel or that suites your chill time.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) stay tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same. Both Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have passive noise reduction this implies that both reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.

The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the loudness of the device. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro driver unit is 10mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 1mm , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal bass The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device makes high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices generate equal treble 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 have to charge the device less often. Galaxy Buds 2 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 listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

This is given by the manufacturer, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case is said to have a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours, less than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 6 hours It takes 1 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery.

It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad.

Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and case.

Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. 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 range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support AAC, a codec 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.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) will work well with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

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

While the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro microphones are 6, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too use a noise-canceling microphone.

Especially useful in noisy environments. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but still want to be able to hear traffic. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears . Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a find earbuds feature. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to help you locate them.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 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 just thirty minutes. 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 switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also have the mute function.

The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk. With the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have a control panel on them.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your bag without a cover may easily damage them. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.