Overall Score 7.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2 are a top choice for true wireless earbuds in the premium price range, especially for Samsung Galaxy smartphone users, offering excellent Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), improved design and comfort, high-quality audio, seamless integration with Samsung devices, 360 audio and head tracking, and IPX7 water resistance.
However, they have limited control and customization for non-Samsung devices, average microphone quality, and limited battery life. Despite this, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2 are a great choice for mostly Android device users who prioritize excellent ANC, good sound quality, and seamless device integration.
IP ratings refer to the level of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IPX7, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 7 means that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes. The 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 carry.
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds . 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 more secure fit. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have sweat resistance 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, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out.
In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro sit well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro driver unit is 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size corellates with the sound produced by the earbuds. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured 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.
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. 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. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's case has a full charge of 18 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a supported charging pad.
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your device and case. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. 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 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 Galaxy Buds 2 Pro will work fine with your iPhone.
If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have 6 microphones. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the desired sound.
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears . When lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support the find earbuds feature. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. With the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily damage them.