A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ipX7

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ipX2

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

Scoring IPX2, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's rating for solids indicates 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.

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

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 12.6g

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 12.6g

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a weight of 12.6g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, at 12.6g have the same weight as the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus

Has No Wires Or Cables

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds .

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .

Wingtips Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

Sweat Resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have sweat resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

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

Has An Earbud Foam

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

An earbud foam is made to be ultracompact and lightweight, with almost no 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 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 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 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have stereo speakers

Waterproof Depth Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 1meters

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

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

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

ANC uses advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus sit tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces background noise and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same.

Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, and Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have passive noise reduction this implies that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 11mm

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds.

Lowest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 20hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

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

Highest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20,000hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 20,000hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal treble

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Battery Life

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 8hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 11hours

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery life is 11 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 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 less than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by 3 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 22hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's case has a charge of 22 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 Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by 2 hours

Charge Time

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 1hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 1hours

It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery. It is recommended to fully charge 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, equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus

Battery Power

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 61mah

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 85mah

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery capacity is 85mAh, battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery power is 61mAh. less than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by 24mAh

Has Wireless Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put 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 Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your device and case.

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

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Has Usb Type-C

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus use 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus v5

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, 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 Plus . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 10meters

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 10meters

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 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 Plus

Has Aac

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 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 a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus will work well with your MacBook. 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.

Audio Latency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 134ms

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.

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Number Of Microphones

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 6only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 6only

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have 6 microphones.

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

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the desired sound.

Mic Sensitivity

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro -26dbv/pa

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphone sensitivity is measured at -26dBV/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 earbud microphone can pick up.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 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 what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears .

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 Plus ✓

If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a find earbuds feature.

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

Supports Fast Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds.

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

Multipoint Count

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 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 easily 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 Plus ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

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

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

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

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

Warranty Period

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2years

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 1years

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.

If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a warranty period of 2Years, more than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by 1 Years .

Has Voice Prompts

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus come with a special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

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

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Category	Features	Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro	Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	ipX7	ipX2
	weight	12.6g	12.6g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✗	✓
	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	✗
	lowest frequency	20hz	20hz
	highest frequency	20,000hz	20,000hz
POWER	battery life	8hours	11hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	22hours
	charge time	1hours	1hours
	battery power	61mah	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	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	1years
	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

Wingtips Included

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

Audio Latency

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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