Google Wired
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
What Buyers Say
Google Wired
These wired USB-C earbuds are praised for their comfort, secure fit, and solid sound quality, especially for the price. Users highlight the excellent microphone for calls and the convenience of inline controls. While some note the bass isn't pounding and durability can be an issue over years, the overall value and reliability make them a favorite for daily use.
Pros
- Comfortable fit for long wear
- Excellent microphone for calls
- Great value for the price
- Secure fit under helmets
- Inline controls work well
Cons
- Bass lacks punch
- Durability issues over years
- Sound slightly muffled vs Apple
- Only available in white cord
- Right ear buzzing over time
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
| Google Wired | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | — | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | Large, Small |
| Weight | 0.11 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 10.5 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 2★ |
| Freq Max | — | 96 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 24 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Google Earbuds Wired Headset USB-C, Comfortable Fit, Inline Controls, Compatible with Type-C Phones - White (Retail) | AAC, Samsung Seamless, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 6 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | Yes★ |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 26 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Capacity | — | 53 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Bixby, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Galaxy Wearable App |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
Google Wired
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average sound (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
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
Google Wired offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 37 specs.
