Skullcandy Smokin' Buds S2TAW-R954
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
What Buyers Say
Skullcandy Smokin' Buds S2TAW-R954
Users generally appreciate the sound quality, comfort, and features like touch controls and multiple audio modes for the price. However, there are significant concerns about durability, with one reviewer reporting that the right earbud consistently fails within the warranty period, and another missing a charging cable from the package. The touch sensitivity is also noted as overly sensitive, causing accidental shutdowns.
Pros
- Great sound quality for the price
- Comfortable fit
- Touch controls work well
- Multiple audio modes (bass, podcast, music)
- Sleek design
Cons
- Right earbud fails within warranty
- Missing charging cable in package
- Touch sensitivity too high
- Not true noise cancelling
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Samsung Buds3 Pro, praising the exceptional sound quality, comfort, and effective noise cancellation. The earbuds are noted for their great fit during workouts and water resistance, though some users report they can fall out after extended wear. Overall, they are highly recommended for their features and performance.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Comfortable for long wear
- Effective noise cancellation
- Water resistant for workouts
- Great fit during exercise
Cons
- Tendency to fall out over time
- May loosen after 30 minutes of wear
Scores
Specifications
| Skullcandy Smokin' Buds S2TAW-R954 | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | Large, Small |
| Weight | 0.04 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 6 mm | 10.5 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 96 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 104 dB★ | — |
| Max SPL | 104 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Skullcandy Smokin’ Buds Wireless Earbuds, Bluetooth Headphones, Noise Isolating Fit, Up to 20 Hours Battery, IPX4 Sweat and Water Resistant, Microphone for iPhone Android - Matcha | AAC, Samsung Seamless, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1 hrs★ | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 Minutes for 2 Hours | Yes★ |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 10 hrs | 26 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Capacity | — | 53 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Bixby, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | No | Galaxy Wearable App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
Skullcandy Smokin' Buds S2TAW-R954
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong connectivity (75th percentile)
- Strong comfort (74th percentile)
- Below average sound (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average battery (23rd percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Verdict
Scores 98 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 40 specs.