Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Ex Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro IPX7

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX IP57

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

Having a value of IP57, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's rating is read as, the first value of 5 denotes that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety, and of liquids that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes.

In comparison to the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a rating of IPX7 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 12.6g

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 12g

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a weight of 12g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, at 12.6g weigh more than the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX with a difference of 0.6g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds together.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the 2 earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have sweat resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✗

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

Has Stereo Speakers

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have stereo speakers, what this means is that Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

ANC utilises advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have ANC making both devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX and Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic seal that reduces your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out .

Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have passive noise reduction which means that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 11mm

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 9.2mm

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a unit size of 9.2mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the sound made by the earbuds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 1.8mm , as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20Hz

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20Hz

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.

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

Highest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20,000Hz

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20,000Hz

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component makes high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.

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

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Battery Life

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 8hours

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 8hours

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. 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 equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20hours

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20hours

This is given by the vendor, and the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's case has a full charge of 20 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours, equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX

Charge Time

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 1hours

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 1.5hours

It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 0.5 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a supported charging pad.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro v5

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX v5.2

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement 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 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 10meters

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 10meters

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX

Has Aac

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 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.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX will work fine with your MacBook. If you intend 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.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 6only

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 6only

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have 6 microphones.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphones are 6, equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

Mic Sensitivity

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro -26dBV/Pa

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✗

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

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing them

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

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✗

If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

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

Multipoint Count

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2only

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 2only

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a 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 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications from another connected device.

Has A Mute Function

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

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

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

With the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

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

Warranty Period

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2Years

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 3Years

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a warranty period of 3 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 a malfunction occurs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a warranty period of 2Years, less than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 1 Years .

Has Voice Prompts

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily damage them.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro	Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX7	IP57
	weight	12.6g	12g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	is dust proof and water-resistant	✓	✗
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	9.2mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
POWER	battery life	8hours	8hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	20hours
	charge time	1hours	1.5hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✗	✓
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	3Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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