Samsung Galaxy Buds3
Samsung
48 Overall Score
vs
Sony WF-1000XM6
Sony
97 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Samsung Galaxy Buds3
No customer feedback yet
Sony WF-1000XM6
85 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
The Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds are widely praised for their excellent noise cancellation, improved comfort, and clear sound quality. Users appreciate the textured surface that prevents slipping, the secure fit, and the long battery life. Call quality and microphone performance are also highlighted as strong points. Overall, these earbuds are seen as a worthy upgrade from previous models, especially for those seeking a high-end listening experience.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Improved comfort and fit
- Clear and balanced sound quality
- Textured surface prevents slipping
- Long battery life
Cons
- No negative points mentioned in reviews
Noise cancellation 5
Sound quality 5
Comfort and fit 5
Battery life 3
Call quality 4
Build quality 2
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Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Buds3 | Sony WF-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | open-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 8.399999618530273 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | — | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Active Noise Cancellation | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | SONY WF1000XM6/B Headphones |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 5 hrs | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | Yes★ | 5 min for 1 hour playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Bixby, Google Assistant | Built-in voice control |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Sony | Sound Connect |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Buds3
- Strong anc (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong connectivity (78th percentile)
- Strong comfort (73rd percentile)
- Strong sound (72nd percentile)
Sony WF-1000XM6
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (89th percentile)89th %ile
Pricing
Samsung Galaxy Buds30.439score per dollar
vs
Sony WF-1000XM60.326score per dollar
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony WF-1000XM6
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 38 specs.
