A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro IPX7

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live IPX2

IP ratings is the level 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, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IPX2, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 2 means that they are protected against drops falling when tilted at 15° in 4 fixed positions.

Compared to the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live, 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 Samsung Galaxy Buds Live

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 12.6g

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 11.2g

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have a weight of 11.2g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, at 12.6g are heavier than the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live with a difference of 1.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Samsung Galaxy Buds Live are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds .

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the pair of earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have sweat resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✗

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

Has Stereo Speakers

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro are rated 1meters any depth more than that you are likely to lose the functionality of your device. Devices that can withstand more water pressure are better for diving.

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

ANC uses more advanced technology to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero which results in a reduced level of noise.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the earbuds ideal for flights and morning travels. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live and Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that enhances your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces background noise while preventing the earbuds music from leaking out .

Driver Unit Size

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 11mm

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 12mm

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live driver unit is 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the loudness of the device.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Live by 1mm , 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 20Hz

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.

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

Highest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20000Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 20000Hz

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device generates high recognizable 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 generate equal treble

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Battery Life

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 8hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 6hours

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's battery life is 6 hours, a device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chanrgings.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery life is more than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Live by 2 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 15hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's case has a full charge of 15 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours, more than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Live by 5 hours

Charge Time

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 1hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 0.6hours

It requires 0.6 hours to fully charge the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Live by 0.4 hours

Battery Power

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 61mAh

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 60mAh

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's battery capacity is 60mAh, battery power, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery power is 61mAh. more than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Live by 1mAh

Has Wireless Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

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

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

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell 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 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live use USB TYPE-C, a 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 comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro v5

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live v5

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5, equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 10meters

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 10meters

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

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

Has Aac

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live support AAC, a codec 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 Samsung Galaxy Buds Live will work fine with your iPad. 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 6only

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have 6 microphones.

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

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.

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

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a run but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

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.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have a find earbuds feature.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have the find earbuds feature. Use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to help you find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

Also the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support fast charging. It's very 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 thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also support this function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

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

Warranty Period

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2Years

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✗

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 following instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily damage them.

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

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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 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

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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