Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
Apple AirPods Pro 3
What Buyers Say
Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Core SM-R410 are overwhelmingly praised for their secure fit, especially during running and cycling, and for their impressive battery life. Users consistently highlight the excellent sound quality, comfort, and value for money, with many preferring them over competitors like AirPods. A few minor notes mention they are not the absolute best on the market, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Secure fit for sports
- Impressive battery life
- Excellent sound quality
- Great value for money
- Comfortable for long use
Cons
- Not the absolute best on market
- Limited availability outside South America
Apple AirPods Pro 3
The AirPods Pro 3 receive high praise for their exceptional active noise cancellation, improved sound quality with deep bass and clear vocals, and comfortable secure fit. Users highlight the new heart-rate sensor, adaptive audio, and live translation as valuable upgrades. However, a few reviewers report discomfort due to the hard plastic shape or fit issues, and some note the case battery could be stronger. Overall, they are seen as a premium but worthwhile upgrade for daily use.
Pros
- Exceptional active noise cancellation
- Improved sound quality with deep bass
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Useful heart-rate sensor
- Adaptive audio and transparency mode
Cons
- Uncomfortable hard plastic shape for some
- Fit issues causing earbuds to fall out
- Case battery could be stronger
- High price point
- Different fit compared to previous generations
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Buds Core | Apple AirPods Pro 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Large, Medium, Small | XXS, XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.03 kg★ | 0.09 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 140 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | — | AAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB-C |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 35 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 1 hour playback | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 35 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Apple |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong anc (74th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Apple AirPods Pro 3
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average affordability (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)
Pricing
Samsung Galaxy Buds Core offers 3.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 82 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 32 specs.
