Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro
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Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
See price on AmazonOverall Score 7.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX7 | IPX4 |
weight | 12.6g | 12.5g | |
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 | 11mm | 9.3mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
POWER | battery life | 8hours | 6hours |
battery life of charging case | 20hours | 18hours | |
charge time | 1hours | 2hours | |
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 | ✓ | ✓ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✗ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 8only |
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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IP ratings refer to the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust 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).
Scoring IPX4, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2'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. In comparison to the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, 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 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a weight of 12.5g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to move with.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, at 12.6g are heavier than the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 with a difference of 0.1g For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires linking any part of the device together, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 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 pair of earbuds together. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the two earbuds together.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 are resistant to sweat Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate 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 Active noise cancellation uses advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds.
ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero therefore "diluting" the noise.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 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 outcompete background sounds.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have ANC making either of the devices ideal for flights and rush hour travels. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 and Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your commute or that enhances your chill time. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 sit well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down your environment sounds while preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.
Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a unit size of 9.3mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 1.7mm
, many people have a misconception 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 indicate that they produce better quality sound. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low recognizable 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 can produce equal bass Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery life is 6 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 have to charge the device less often.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery life is more than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 2 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's case has a charge of 18 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours, more than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 2 hours It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 1 hours The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your device and case. Samsung Galaxy Buds 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.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support 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 comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 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 Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 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 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 will work fine with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android , 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. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps). The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have 8 microphones.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphones are 6, less than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the desired sound. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too use a noise-canceling microphone.
Especially useful in noisy environments. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds 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 your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 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 too 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 easily find them in your bag, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support the find earbuds feature. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have the find earbuds feature.
You can use the device app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to help you locate them. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just 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.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can 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 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications from another connected device.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have this function. It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, so you can easily 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. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 come with a special pouch.
Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your bag without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.