Oneplus Buds Pro 2 Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 IP55

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro IPX7

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IP55, the OnePlus Buds Pro 2's rating is read as, the first number 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 the second value of 5 means that they can withstand medium pressure jet that's 6.3mm diameter, similar to garden hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 metres.

Compared to the OnePlus Buds Pro 2, Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a rating of IPX7 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a higher liquid rating than OnePlus Buds Pro 2

Weight

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 9.8g

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 11g

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a weight of 9.8g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, at 11g are heavier than the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 by of 1.2g

Has No Wires Or Cables

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, OnePlus Buds Pro 2 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds together.

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

Wingtips Included

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

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

Sweat Resistance

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 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

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

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

Has Stereo Speakers

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 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.

Both Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

Active noise cancellation utilises advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that suits your travel or that suites your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 stay tightly in place, creating a sound seal that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out .

Both Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, and OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have passive noise reduction which means that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 11mm

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 10mm

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the sound made by the earbuds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro driver unit is 10mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of OnePlus Buds Pro 2 by 1mm , 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 yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 10Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 20Hz

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that OnePlus Buds Pro 2 can make sound with a juicier bass than the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro

Highest Frequency

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 40,000Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 20,000Hz

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that OnePlus Buds Pro 2 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro

Sound Pressure Level

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 97dB/mW

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 25dB/mW

SPL, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, OnePlus Buds Pro 2's measurement is 97dB/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 something is can be perceived differently by different persons, so we need to have the means to get a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.

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Battery Life

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 9hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 8hours

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2's battery life is 9 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's battery life is less than that of OnePlus Buds Pro 2 by 1 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 30hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 18hours

This is given by the vendor, and OnePlus Buds Pro 2's case has a full charge of 30 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours, less than that of OnePlus Buds Pro 2 by 12 hours

Charge Time

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 1hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✗

It takes 1 hours to fully charge the OnePlus Buds Pro 2's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods.

Has Wireless Charging

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just place down on a compatible charging pad.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your device and case.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 use USB TYPE-C, a 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

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 v5.2

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro v5.3

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of OnePlus Buds Pro 2 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 10meters

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 10meters

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

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

Has Aac

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 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 a similar bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 will work fine with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android , 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

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 6only

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 6only

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have 6 microphones.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro microphones are 6, equal to that of the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the desired sound.

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

Mic Sensitivity

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 -38dBV/Pa

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✗

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The magnitude 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 sound that the microphone can pick up.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a find earbuds feature.

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

Supports Fast Charging

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

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

Multipoint Count

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 2only

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✗

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 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 manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too support the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

With the OnePlus Buds Pro 2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.

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

Has Voice Prompts

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing can easily damage them.

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

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Category	Features	OnePlus Buds Pro 2	Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP55	IPX7
	weight	9.8g	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	11mm	10mm
	lowest frequency	10Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	40,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	97dB/mW	25dB/mW
POWER	battery life	9hours	8hours
	battery life of charging case	30hours	18hours
	charge time	1hours	✗
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.3
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	mic sensitivity	-38dBV/Pa	✗
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	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Oneplus Buds Pro 2 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

Mic Sensitivity

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

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included