Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus
See price on AmazonOverall Score 6.4 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Powerbeats Pro
See price on AmazonOverall Score 4.5 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus | Powerbeats Pro |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX2 | IPX4 |
weight | 12.6g | 20.3g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
is dust proof and water-resistant | ✗ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ |
driver unit size | ✗ | 12mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 10Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 11hours | 9hours |
battery life of charging case | 22hours | 24hours | |
charge time | 1hours | 0.7hours | |
battery power | 85mAh | ✗ | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✗ |
bluetooth version | v5 | v5 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
audio latency | 134ms | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 2only |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✗ |
has in/on-ear detection | ✓ | ✗ | |
has find earbuds feature | ✓ | ✗ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✗ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | 1Years | ✗ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✗ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX4, the Powerbeats Pro's rating for solids indicates 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.
In comparison to the Powerbeats Pro, Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a rating of IPX2 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus has a lower liquid rating than Powerbeats Pro
Powerbeats Pro have a weight of 20.3g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, at 12.6g
are lighter than the Powerbeats Pro by -7.7g
True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Powerbeats Pro are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds together.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the pair of earbuds .
Powerbeats Pro have wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too have wingtips, by resting against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to match vigorous movement, wingtips come in handy for sports and other physical activities. If applied as directed, they prevent the earbuds from falling off.
Powerbeats Pro are resistant to sweat
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
The Powerbeats Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant.
Powerbeats Pro have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus and Powerbeats Pro have stereo speakers
The Powerbeats Pro sit well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down your environment noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out at the same.
Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, and Powerbeats Pro have passive noise reduction this implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.
The Powerbeats Pro driver unit is 12mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the loudness of the device.
The Powerbeats Pro's lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
Powerbeats Pro produce a juicier bass than the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.
The Powerbeats Pro'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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery life is
more than that of Powerbeats Pro by 2 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
This is given by the vendor, and the Powerbeats Pro's case is said to have a charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's charging case has a battery life of 22 hours,
less than that of Powerbeats Pro by 2 hours
It takes 0.7 hours to fully charge the Powerbeats Pro's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Powerbeats Pro by 0.3 hours
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery power is 85mAh, battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.
The Powerbeats Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
The Powerbeats Pro have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus has a Bluetooth version of 5,
equal to that of the Powerbeats Pro
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Powerbeats Pro have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Powerbeats Pro
Powerbeats Pro 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 the same bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Powerbeats Pro will work well 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 Plus 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.
Latency refers to the time it takes for the audio signal to be transmitted to your earbuds. Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a latency of 134ms, a lower latency reduces audio lag and is particularly important when playing games or watching videos.
The Powerbeats Pro have 2 microphones.
While the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus microphones are 6,
more than that of Powerbeats Pro by 4
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing them
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a find earbuds feature.
Powerbeats Pro support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
Also the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too 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 is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The Powerbeats Pro, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too have a control panel on them.
The Samsung Galaxy 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 following instruction manuals.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
The Powerbeats Pro come with a special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.