Samsung in Ear Monitors
The 1BA+1DD dual hybrid driver setup, combining a 10mm dynamic driver with a balanced armature, delivers textured bass and articulate vocals for detailed sound. A CNC-machined metal shell and DLP 3D-printed acoustic cavity provide premium build quality and enhanced precision, while the silver-plated detachable cable reduces distortion. These IEMs are best for commuters and mobile gamers needing a direct USB-C connection with an inline mic for calls on iPhone 16 or Samsung Galaxy devices.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong anc (70th percentile) 70th
- Strong mic (65th percentile) 65th
Cons
- Below average connectivity (21th percentile)
- Below average sound (27th percentile)
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average build (33th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 4 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | In-Ear |
Audio
| Codecs | in Ear Monitors Headphones, USB-C HiFi Wired Earbuds with Noise Isolating,Type-C w/Mic Earphone for iPhone 17 16 15 Android/Samsung Phone, Laptop, IEM Headset for Gaming, Singer |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
Earbud Battery
| Charging | USB-C |
Case Battery
| Case Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | Yes |
Features
| Gaming Mode | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Samsung in Ear Monitors | Sony WF-1000XM6 WF-1000XM6 | Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0010 | Apple AirPods Pro MFHP4LL/A | EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | In-Ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | - | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | hybrid |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 8 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 12 |
| Case Battery Hours | - | 24 | 28 | 18 | 24 | 54 |
| Water Resistance | - | IPX4 | IPX4 | IPX4 | IP57 | IP55 |
| Multipoint | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung in Ear Monitors | 70.4 | 65.3 | 33.3 | 27.3 | 46.9 | 28.2 | 21.2 | 64.6 |
| Sony WF-1000XM6 WF-1000XM6 Compare | 96.7 | 99.8 | 78.6 | 96 | 75.5 | 70.6 | 99 | 94.2 |
| Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100 Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 78.6 | 99 | 78.9 | 93.3 | 99 | 64.6 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0010 Compare | 96.7 | 90 | 78.6 | 96.2 | 46.9 | 93.3 | 97.7 | 94.2 |
| Apple AirPods Pro MFHP4LL/A Compare | 96.7 | 80.1 | 98.7 | 89.2 | 75.5 | 70.6 | 97.7 | 99.7 |
| EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 91 | 99.8 | 95.9 | 70.6 | 99.3 | 86.1 |
Usage Scores
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