Overall Score 8.5 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 7.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro | Galaxy Buds 2 Pro |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IPX7 |
weight | 12g | 11g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
is dust proof and water-resistant | ✗ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 10.6mm | 10mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 40,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 92dB/mW | 25dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 8hours | 8hours |
battery life of charging case | 24hours | 18hours | |
charge time | 2hours | ✗ | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5.3 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
has ldac | ✓ | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 6only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
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 | 1Years | ✗ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX7, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro'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 temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes. Compared to the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a higher liquid rating than Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a weight of 11g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.
The Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro, at 12g weigh more than the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro by of 1g True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds . Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds together. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.
Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro too have wingtips, these rest against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to combat vigorous movement, wingtips come in handy for sports and other physical activities. If applied rightly, they prevent the earbuds from falling off. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have sweat resistance Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant.
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 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. The Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro also have stereo speakers ANC utilises more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to counter it.
In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.
The Galaxy Buds 2 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 earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds. Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes.
Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that enhances your relaxation time. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro sit well in place, creating an acoustic seal that tones down background noise while preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro driver unit is 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size dictates the sound made by the earbuds. Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro driver unit is 10.6mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Galaxy Buds 2 Pro by 0.6mm , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it. Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device produces high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.
Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this implies that Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's measurement is 25dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's sound pressure level measurement is 92dB/mW.
The sound pressure level, a device is can be considered differently by separate persons, so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's battery life is 8 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's battery life is equal to that of the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's case is said to have a full charge of 18 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself. Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, more than that of Galaxy Buds 2 Pro by 6 hours The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a supported charging pad.
Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your device and case.
Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro too use USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, older than that of Galaxy Buds 2 Pro . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.
Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro will work well 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 Soundcore Liberty 3 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. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have 6 microphones.
The Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro microphones are 6, equal to that of the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. The Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro too use a noise-canceling type of microphone.
This is useful in noisy environments. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing them The Soundcore Liberty 3 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, for example when you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support the find earbuds feature. Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro also have the find earbuds feature.
Simply use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to locate them. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.
Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro too have this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro also have a control panel on them. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro come with a special pouch.
Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover may easily damage them. Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.