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

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

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 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 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 consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.

The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, at 11g are heavier than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) with a difference of 0.4g True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds . Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also is true wireless since it has no cables linking the two earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are resistant to sweat Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc 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, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation uses more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds.

How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.

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

The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making both devices ideal for flights and morning travels. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and Galaxy Buds 2 Pro work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) stay tightly in place, creating a sound seal that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out at the same.

Both Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have passive noise reduction which means that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size determines the sound made by the earbuds.

Galaxy Buds 2 Pro driver unit is 10mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 1mm , 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal bass Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can generate equal treble 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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, 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 . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the manufacturer, and the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case is said to have a charge of 24 hours.

A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several 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 requires 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 extended periods.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put 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 device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your earbuds and case. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement 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. 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 that is 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 the same bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) will work fine 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 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. 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 enable the device to filter out background sounds.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the desired sound. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing them The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears . The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a find earbuds feature.

Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to help you find them. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging.

Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster.

Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also support this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

With the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also have a control panel on them. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have voice prompts.

With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with their own special case.

Carrying earphones openly, or placing them inside your bag without a casing may easily damage them. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.