Overall Score 7.2 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 6.4 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 | Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IPX7 |
weight | 140g | 12.6g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
is dust proof and water-resistant | ✗ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
waterproof depth rating | ✗ | 1meters | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 7mm | 11mm | |
lowest frequency | 5Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 21000Hz | 20000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 107dB/mW | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 7hours | 8hours |
battery life of charging case | 21hours | 20hours | |
charge time | 1.5hours | 1hours | |
battery power | ✗ | 61mAh | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5 | |
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 | ✓ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | ✗ | 2only | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | ✗ | 2Years | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against solids 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 (water).
Having a value of IPX4, the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.
Compared to the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, 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 Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a weight of 140g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, at 12.6g
weigh less than the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 with a difference -127.4g
True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds .
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables linking the 2 earbuds together.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 are resistant to sweat
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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.
Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro and Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have stereo speakers
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro are rated 1meters any depth more than that you are likely to lose the functionality of your device. Devices that have a higher depth rating are better for diving.
Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving zero therefore "diluting" the noise.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning travels. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 and Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 stay well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out .
Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, and Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have passive noise reduction this implies that both tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 driver unit is 7mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size determines the loudness of the device.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 by 4mm
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 produce a juicier bass than the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's highest frequency is at 21000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this means that
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro
SPL, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's measurement is 107dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's battery life is 7 hours, a device's battery life is usually 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
more than that of Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 by 1 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, 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.
This is given by the manufacturer, and the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's case is said to have a charge of 21 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours,
less than that of Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 by 1 hours
It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 by 0.5 hours
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery capacity is 61mAh, battery capacity, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your device and charging case.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5,
older than that of Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 will work well with your iPhone. If you are planning on using these with Android , 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.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have 6 microphones.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound 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 but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.
If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge a device.
Also 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 is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have this function. It means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a control panel on them.
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.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.