Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Apple
96 Overall Score
vs
Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Samsung
75 Overall Score
Scores
Budget
Travel
Commute
Calls
Fitness
Gaming
Music
Specifications
| Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation | Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L | small / large |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Impedance | 140 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | Voice Detect Mode, Lightweight, IPX7 Water Resistant (earbuds), Seamless Pairing, Low Latency, Active Noise Cancellation, Ambient Sound Mode, Built-in Microphone, Call functions |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Intelligent |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1 Hour | Yes★ |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 30 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | Bixby, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | SmartThings |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | IPX7 |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3rd Generation
Scores 96 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 3 of 32 specs.