A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro IPX7

OnePlus Buds Z2 IP55

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

Having a value of IP55, the OnePlus Buds Z2'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 of liquids 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.

In comparison to the OnePlus Buds Z2, 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, OnePlus Buds Z2 has a lower liquid rating than Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 12.6g

OnePlus Buds Z2 9g

OnePlus Buds Z2 have a weight of 9g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, at 12.6g are heavier than the OnePlus Buds Z2 by of 3.6g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, OnePlus Buds Z2 are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds together.

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

Sweat Resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 are resistant to sweat

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

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

Has An Earbud Foam

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

An earbud foam is made to be ultracompact and lightweight, with little interference with earrings, spectacles, hats, or hairstyles. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have an earbud foam for some people it is more comfortable than the in-ear foam.

Has Stereo Speakers

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that OnePlus Buds Z2's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have stereo speakers

Waterproof Depth Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 1meters

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro are rated 1meters any depth more than that they will be spoilt. Devices that have a higher depth rating are better for swimming.

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving zero therefore "diluting" the noise.

OnePlus Buds Z2 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling 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 both earbuds ideal for flights and morning commutes. The OnePlus Buds Z2 and Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 stay well in place, creating a sound covering that reduces background noise well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 11mm

OnePlus Buds Z2 11mm

OnePlus Buds Z2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the sound produced by the device.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making both Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, and OnePlus Buds Z2 similar in how loud their sound can get , 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 yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20Hz

OnePlus Buds Z2 20Hz

The OnePlus Buds Z2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component produces low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20000Hz

OnePlus Buds Z2 20000Hz

The OnePlus Buds Z2's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this implies that both devices can generate equal treble

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Battery Life

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 8hours

OnePlus Buds Z2 7hours

OnePlus Buds Z2's battery life is 7 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery life is more than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 1 hours . Every 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.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20hours

OnePlus Buds Z2 31hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and the OnePlus Buds Z2's case is said to have a full charge of 31 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 Pro's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours, less than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 11 hours

Charge Time

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 1hours

OnePlus Buds Z2 1.5hours

It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the OnePlus Buds Z2's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 0.5 hours

Battery Power

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 61mAh

OnePlus Buds Z2 40mAh

OnePlus Buds Z2's battery capacity is 40mAh, battery power, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery power is 61mAh. more than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 21mAh

Has Wireless Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

The OnePlus Buds Z2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device 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 allow 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 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

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

Bluetooth Version

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro v5

OnePlus Buds Z2 v5.2

OnePlus Buds Z2 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, 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 OnePlus Buds Z2 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 10meters

OnePlus Buds Z2 10meters

OnePlus Buds Z2 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the OnePlus Buds Z2

Has Aac

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 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 a similar bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the OnePlus Buds Z2 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 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.

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Number Of Microphones

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 6only

OnePlus Buds Z2 6only

The OnePlus Buds Z2 have 6 microphones.

While the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphones are 6, equal to that of the OnePlus Buds Z2 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

The OnePlus Buds Z2 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound.

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

Mic Sensitivity

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro -26dBV/Pa

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphone sensitivity is measured at -26dBV/Pa. The amount of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the microphone can pick up.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing them

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

The OnePlus Buds Z2 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, OnePlus Buds Z2 support the find earbuds feature.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

Also the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2only

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

With the OnePlus Buds Z2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.

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

Warranty Period

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2Years

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a warranty period of 2 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

The OnePlus Buds Z2 have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your bag without a cover can easily damage them.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro	OnePlus Buds Z2
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX7	IP55
	weight	12.6g	9g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	is dust proof and water-resistant	✓	✗
	has an earbud foam	✓	✗
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
	waterproof depth rating	1meters	✗
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20000Hz	20000Hz
POWER	battery life	8hours	7hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	31hours
	charge time	1hours	1.5hours
	battery power	61mAh	40mAh
	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	✓	✓
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	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2Years	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by feature comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Has An Earbud Foam

Has Stereo Speakers

Waterproof Depth Rating

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Battery Power

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

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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