Sony EX Series MDREX15LP/V
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
What Buyers Say
Sony EX Series MDREX15LP/V
The Sony MDR-EX15LP earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality and value for the low price, but a significant number report that one earbud stops working within weeks or months. Durability is the main concern, with frequent mentions of the left or right side failing, while the lack of a microphone and volume control is a common complaint.
Pros
- Great sound quality for the price
- Good bass response
- Comfortable fit
- Lightweight and portable
- Decent noise isolation
Cons
- Frequent failure of one earbud
- Poor durability over time
- No microphone or volume control
- Random Siri activation issues
- Cable noise when moving
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
Overall, users are pleased with the sound quality, noise cancellation, and value of these refurbished Galaxy Buds3 Pro, often comparing them favorably to AirPods. However, a significant number of complaints focus on missing ear tips in the package, charging issues, and durability concerns, with some units failing within months. Despite these issues, many find them a great deal, especially for Samsung users, and appreciate the comfort and battery life when they work properly.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good value for refurbished
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
Cons
- Missing ear tips in package
- Charging issues
- Durability concerns
- Battery drain over time
- Fit issues for some
Scores
Specifications
| Sony EX Series MDREX15LP/V | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | In-Ear | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | Large, Small |
| Weight | 0.02 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 9 mm | 10.5 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 8 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz | 96 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Sony MDR-EX15LP In-Ear Headphones, 9mm Drivers, Black | AAC, Samsung Seamless, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 6 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | Yes★ |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 26 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Capacity | — | 53 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Bixby, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Galaxy Wearable App |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
Sony EX Series MDREX15LP/V
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong anc (73rd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average build (34th 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
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 20 of 39 specs.