Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
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Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
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Category | Features | Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro | Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX7 | IPX4 |
weight | 11g | 10.6g | |
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 | 10mm | 7mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 5Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 21,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 25dB/mW | 107dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 8hours | 7hours |
battery life of charging case | 18hours | 21hours | |
charge time | ✗ | 1.5hours | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.3 | v5.2 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✗ | ✓ | |
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 | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings is the rating of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX7, the Samsung 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 Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 has a lower liquid rating than Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a weight of 11g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, at 10.6g are lighter than the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro by -0.4g For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds . Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are resistant to sweat Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have stereo speakers, what this means is that Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have stereo speakers ANC makes use of more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds.
How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have ANC which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that suits your commute or that enhances your relaxation time. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro sit well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces background noise well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out . Both Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have passive noise reduction which means that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the sound made by the earbuds. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 driver unit is 7mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro by 3mm , many people have a misconception 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 indicate that they produce better quality sound. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, this means that
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 make sound with a juicier bass than the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device produces high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, this implies that Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 can produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, Samsung 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. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's sound pressure level measurement is 107dB/mW.
How loud something is can be taken differently by separate people, so we need to have a way of getting an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. Samsung 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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's battery life is less than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro by 1 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's case has a full charge of 18 hours.
A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours, more than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro by 3 hours Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too support USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, older than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 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 2 Pro will work fine with your iPad. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have 6 microphones.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone.
Especially useful in noisy environments. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing them The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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 hear traffic. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears . Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.
When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a find earbuds feature. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
Also the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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 can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.
With the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have a control panel on them. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro come with a special case.
Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.