CMF BY NOTHING Buds Pro 2 B172
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
What Buyers Say
CMF BY NOTHING Buds Pro 2 B172
The CMF Buds 2 Pro are widely praised for their exceptional sound quality and value for money, with many users comparing them favorably to more expensive competitors. The dual-driver design delivers clear highs and deep bass, while the Nothing app offers extensive customization. However, a few users report durability issues, with one noting the buds became unusable after five months. Build quality is described as decent but not premium, though this helps keep the weight low.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Dual-driver design for clear highs and deep bass
- Extensive customization via Nothing app
- Comfortable fit with soft ear tips
- Good noise canceling and transparency mode
Cons
- Build quality feels slightly cheap (plastic)
- Durability concerns (unusable after 5 months reported)
- Case dial can trigger accidentally in pocket
- Firmware update required out of the box
- No 10-band EQ in app
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
| CMF BY NOTHING Buds Pro 2 B172 | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S | Large, Small |
| Weight | 0.10 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10.5 mm |
| Drivers | 2 | 2 |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz | 96 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 50 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | AAC, Samsung Seamless, SBC |
| Surround | Fast Charging, Noise Cancellation, Surround Sound, Touch Control | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.17000000178813934 hrs★ | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 3 hours playback | Yes★ |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 43 hrs★ | 26 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Capacity | — | 53 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | Bixby, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Nothing X | Galaxy Wearable App |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
CMF BY NOTHING Buds Pro 2 B172
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
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)
Pricing
CMF BY NOTHING Buds Pro 2 B172
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 39 specs.
