Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus Vs. Sony Linkbuds S Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus IPX2

Sony LinkBuds S IPX4

Ingress protection ratings refer to the level 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, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).

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

In comparison to the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, Sony LinkBuds S have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, Sony LinkBuds S has a higher liquid rating than Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 12.6g

Sony LinkBuds S 9.6g

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a weight of 12.6g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

Sony LinkBuds S, at 9.6g are lighter than the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by -3g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .

Sony LinkBuds S also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the pair of earbuds .

Wingtips Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

Sweat Resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus are resistant to sweat

Sony LinkBuds S's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 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 Sony LinkBuds S and Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Active noise cancellation uses more advanced technology to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.

The Sony LinkBuds S have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces background sounds well as preventing the device sound from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that they tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

Sony LinkBuds S 5mm

The Sony LinkBuds S driver unit is 5mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the sound made by the device.

Lowest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 20Hz

Sony LinkBuds S 20Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Sony LinkBuds S's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 20,000Hz

Sony LinkBuds S 40,000Hz

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.

Sony LinkBuds S's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this implies that Sony LinkBuds S produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus

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Battery Life

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 11hours

Sony LinkBuds S 6hours

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery life is 11 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Sony LinkBuds S's battery life is less than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by 5 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing 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 Plus 22hours

Sony LinkBuds S 14hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and the 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 several times before recharging the case itself.

Sony LinkBuds S's charging case has a battery life of 14 hours, less than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by 8 hours

Charge Time

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 1hours

Sony LinkBuds S 2hours

It takes 1 hours to fully charge the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Sony LinkBuds S takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus by 1 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

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

Sony LinkBuds S too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Sony LinkBuds S too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus v5

Sony LinkBuds S v5.2

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

Sony LinkBuds S has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, newer than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 10meters

Sony LinkBuds S 10meters

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Sony LinkBuds S have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus

Has Aac

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 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 the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus will work fine with your iPad. If you intend 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 Sony LinkBuds S 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.

Has Ldac

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Sony LinkBuds S support LDAC, a codec developed by Sony which allows streaming high-resolution audio over Bluetooth connections at up to 990 kbps at 32 bit/96 kHz. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, providing high-resolution audio.

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Number Of Microphones

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 6only

Sony LinkBuds S 6only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have 6 microphones.

Sony LinkBuds S microphones are 6, equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

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

The Sony LinkBuds S support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

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

Sony LinkBuds S too 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 Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support the find earbuds feature.

The Sony LinkBuds S also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the device app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to help you find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device.

Sony LinkBuds S too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Has A Mute Function

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Sony LinkBuds S too support this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

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

Sony LinkBuds S also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 1Years

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

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 that has followed instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

The Sony LinkBuds S too support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them inside your bag without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Sony LinkBuds S also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus	Sony LinkBuds S
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX2	IPX4
	weight	12.6g	9.6g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✓	✗
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✗	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	✗	5mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	40,000Hz
POWER	battery life	11hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	22hours	14hours
	charge time	1hours	2hours
	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	✓	✓
	has ldac	✗	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
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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Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus Vs. Sony Linkbuds S Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Wingtips Included

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

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

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Ldac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

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

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included