CCA C12
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro
What Buyers Say
CCA C12
The CCA C12 IEMs deliver impressive sound quality for their price, with many users comparing them favorably to much more expensive models. However, achieving the best sound requires finding the right ear tips, as the stock ones may not fit everyone. The cable is functional but some users prefer an upgrade, and there is no sliding cinch. Overall, they are highly recommended for budget-conscious audiophiles and musicians.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Punchy bass without overpowering
- Crisp and clear highs
- Wide and detailed soundstage
- Comfortable fit for long sessions
Cons
- Stock ear tips may not fit all ears
- No sliding cinch on cable
- Cable length too short for desktop use
- Some users prefer upgraded cable
- Sound quality heavily depends on ear tip fit
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
| CCA C12 | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | In Ear | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | Large, Small |
| Weight | 0.09 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | hybrid | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 10.5 mm★ |
| Drivers | 6★ | 2 |
| Freq Min | 7 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 96 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 24 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 112 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Microphone Included, Noise Isolation | 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 | 3.5mm | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 6 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | Yes★ |
| Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 26 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | proprietary | 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
CCA C12
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong comfort (72nd 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
CCA C12 offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 39 specs.
