Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Galaxy Buds True Wireless
Samsung
79 Overall Score
vs
Nothing Ear (3)
Nothing
88 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Galaxy Buds True Wireless | Nothing Ear (3) | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | 0.04 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 6.5 mm | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 108 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Samsung Galaxy Buds FE True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds, In-Ear Secure Fit, Noise Cancelling, Auto Switch Audio, Touch Control, Built-in Voice Assistant, White [US Version, 1Yr Manufacturer Warranty] | LDAC |
| Surround | 7.1 Virtual Surround | Simulated Surround, Stereo |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB | Bluetooth |
| Range | — | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 6 hrs | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | Yes★ | 5 |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 30 hrs★ | 19 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Capacity | 60 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Bixby | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, SmartThings |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Galaxy Wearable | Nothing X |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Galaxy Buds True Wireless
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong anc (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (80th percentile)80th %ile
Nothing Ear (3)
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong comfort (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Galaxy Buds True Wireless0.879score per dollar
vs
Nothing Ear (3)0.684score per dollar
Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Galaxy Buds True Wireless offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nothing Ear (3)
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 40 specs.
