Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3
Sony WFC700N/B
What Buyers Say
Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 are generally well-liked for their sound quality, battery life, and connectivity, especially at a refurbished price. However, several users report that the smooth, glossy material makes them prone to slipping out of the ears, and the fit may be uncomfortable for some ear shapes. A few isolated issues with audio defects and ANC were noted, but most reviewers are satisfied with the overall performance.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Long battery life (6-8 hours)
- Fast and reliable connectivity
- Effective noise cancellation for entry-level
- Sleek and stylish design
Cons
- Slippery material causes earbuds to fall out
- Uncomfortable fit for some ear shapes
- Smooth glossy finish is a design flaw
- ANC not the best for advanced users
- Potential battery degradation over time
Sony WFC700N/B
Users consistently praise these Sony earbuds for their excellent sound quality, comfortable fit, and effective noise cancellation. The battery life meets expectations, and the companion app enhances the audio experience. A few users note the earbuds stay secure during workouts and are durable over a year of use. Overall, sentiment is very positive with no significant complaints.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
- Useful companion app
Cons
- App required for full features
- No significant complaints reported
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 | Sony WFC700N/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | s | Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.03 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 5 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 96 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, Samsung Seamless, SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Surround | — | Sony Black Truly Wireless Noise Canceling In-Ear Headphones - WFC700N/B | SONY | Earbud | Black | Bluetooth | Yes | Earbud | 20Hz–20KHz | Wireless | Yes | May 17, 2023 | NOISE CANCELING: Turn off your |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Active Noise Cancelling | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB Type C | — |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 5 hrs | 15 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | Yes★ | 10 min charge for up to 1 hour of playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 20 hrs★ | 15 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✗ |
| Capacity | 48 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Bixby, Google Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Galaxy Wearable App | Sony | Headphones Connect |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP57 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average battery (23rd percentile)
Sony WFC700N/B
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 40 specs.