Beats Studio Buds Plus Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Beats Studio Buds Plus IPX4

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro IPX7

Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IPX4, the Beats Studio Buds Plus'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.

Compared to the Beats Studio Buds Plus, Samsung 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, Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a higher liquid rating than Beats Studio Buds Plus

Weight

Beats Studio Buds Plus 6.1g

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 11g

The Beats Studio Buds Plus have a weight of 6.1g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, at 11g weigh more than the Beats Studio Buds Plus with a difference of 4.9g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Beats Studio Buds Plus are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds together.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the 2 earbuds .

Wingtips Included

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro come with wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

Sweat Resistance

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

Beats Studio Buds Plus have sweat resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 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

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant.

Has Stereo Speakers

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

Beats Studio Buds Plus have stereo speakers, what this means is that Beats Studio Buds Plus'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 2 Pro and Beats Studio Buds Plus have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

ANC uses more advanced technology to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero thus "diluting" the noise.

Beats Studio Buds Plus have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have ANC making both devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

The Beats Studio Buds Plus sit well in place, creating a sound covering that reduces background noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out at the same.

Both Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, and Beats Studio Buds Plus have passive noise reduction this implies that they reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Beats Studio Buds Plus 8.2mm

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 10mm

Beats Studio Buds Plus driver unit is 8.2mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size determines the loudness of the earbuds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro driver unit is 10mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Beats Studio Buds Plus by 1.8mm , as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Beats Studio Buds Plus 20Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 20Hz

Beats Studio Buds Plus's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Beats Studio Buds Plus 20,000Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 20,000Hz

Beats Studio Buds Plus's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device makes high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Beats Studio Buds Plus 100dB/mW

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 25dB/mW

The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, Beats Studio Buds Plus's measurement is 100dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's sound pressure level measurement is 25dB/mW. How loud a device is can be considered differently by separate people, so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.

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Battery Life

Beats Studio Buds Plus 9hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 8hours

The Beats Studio Buds Plus's battery life is 9 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's battery life is less than that of Beats Studio Buds Plus by 1 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 no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Beats Studio Buds Plus 27hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 18hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Beats Studio Buds Plus's case is said to have a full charge of 27 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours, less than that of Beats Studio Buds Plus by 9 hours

Charge Time

Beats Studio Buds Plus 2hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✗

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Beats Studio Buds Plus's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Has Wireless Charging

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

The Beats Studio Buds Plus have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

Beats Studio Buds Plus use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Beats Studio Buds Plus v5.3

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro v5.3

The Beats Studio Buds Plus have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, equal to that of the Beats Studio Buds Plus . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Beats Studio Buds Plus 10meters

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 10meters

Beats Studio Buds Plus have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Beats Studio Buds Plus

Has Aac

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

Beats Studio Buds Plus support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Beats Studio Buds Plus 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 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.

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Number Of Microphones

Beats Studio Buds Plus 6only

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 6only

The Beats Studio Buds Plus have 6 microphones.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro microphones are 6, equal to that of the Beats Studio Buds Plus . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

Beats Studio Buds Plus use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

The Beats Studio Buds Plus support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing them

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 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 jog but still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

Beats Studio Buds Plus have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears .

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too 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

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Beats Studio Buds Plus have a find earbuds feature.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your device to find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

The Beats Studio Buds Plus support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Beats Studio Buds Plus 2only

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✗

Beats Studio Buds Plus have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

Beats Studio Buds Plus have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too 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

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

The Beats Studio Buds Plus, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Beats Studio Buds Plus 1Years

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✗

Beats Studio Buds Plus 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.

Has Voice Prompts

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

The Beats Studio Buds Plus support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Beats Studio Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

Beats Studio Buds Plus come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your bag without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Beats Studio Buds Plus	Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX7
	weight	6.1g	11g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✗	✓
	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	8.2mm	10mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	100dB/mW	25dB/mW
POWER	battery life	9hours	8hours
	battery life of charging case	27hours	18hours
	charge time	2hours	✗
	has wireless charging	✗	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.3	v5.3
	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	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Beats Studio Buds Plus Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Wingtips Included

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

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

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