The Apple AirPods Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have active noise cancellation features from well-known brands: the Galaxy Buds and AirPods. If you are thinking of purchasing one of these but cannot decide which one would be the best for you, then keep reading this article to find out more.
We will discuss each aspect and features that the products have to offer. Keep scrolling for a complete comparison between the two for better understanding. Let’s begin!
Which one fits the best?
- Galaxy Buds Pro and AirPods Pro designs differ from one another. The AirPods Pro has an angled stem ensuring easy placement and removal and a stable fit; the Galaxy Buds Pro is more compact and breathable.
- The AirPods Pro has IPX4 protection which means it can withstand sweating and water splashes. On the other hand, the Galaxy Buds Pro is certified IPX7 for protection against water immersion.Although, Buds Pro is not a pair of swimming earbuds and lacks volume control by default.Both have a great ANC feature that helps reduce ambient noise in cafes and gyms.
Connectivity
- If you have an iPhone, the integrated Apple H1 chip makes it easy to connect to AirPods Pro. Once you open the case, your iPhone automatically looksf or Apple products nearby. Once the AirPods Pro is connected to one of your Apple devices, it will automatically pair up with all your Apple devices through the iCloud account.Connecting to an Android device is not as streamlined as the process with an iPhone. Also, AirPods Pro does not perform all that well on Androids.
- The Galaxy Buds Pro can be paired once you have downloaded SmartThings and Galaxy Wearable Android apps. If you have an iPhone, you must manually establish a connection from the phone’s Bluetooth menu.
- AirPods Pro covers a Bluetooth connectivity range of approximately 171ft(52.12m),whereas Galaxy Buds Pro seems to have a line of sight range of approx. 212ft(64.62m).
Sound quality
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro boosts bass notes better than the Apple AirPods Pro. But some degree of auditory masking can be felt with Samsung’s buds because of the relative difference in bass and upper-midrange frequency reproduction. AirPods Pro stands as the better pair of earphones if you want more accurate sound right out of the box. On the other hand, Galaxy Buds Pro provides you more pleasant listening experience if you like to adjust the sound quality depending on your media.
Phone calls
- The AirPods Pro has a decent microphone that performs well for phone calls.The mic offers better noise-handling performance if you are taking the call using iPhone. Although, the integrated mic does a disappointing job of capturing your voice on PCs.
- The Galaxy Buds Pro has a good mic as well. It’s passable for phone calls. Their integrated mic can capture your voice clearly, although it may sound a little muffled. AirPods Pro and Galaxy Buds Pro use the ANC feature to remove unwanted sounds from your surroundings.
Noise cancellation feature
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro uses intelligent ANC features to dial the world up or down with an innovative algorithm that effectively eliminates noise. You can turn it low in a quiet library or high on a noisy bus. The AirPod Pro also uses Active Noise Cancellation technology to reduce unwanted noises, but the Buds Pro outperforms it in low-end attenuation.
Battery backup
- The Apple AirPods Pro stands out with optimal performance in terms of battery performance. You can get up to 6 hours of listening time with ANC enabled and up to 30 hours of total listening time with ANC enabled using the case.And the case charges using a Lightning connector or Qi-certified charger.
- Charge your Buds Pro wirelessly by just setting down the device on the back of your Galaxy Smartphone. It charges up fast. A five minutes of charge can get you an hour of playtime. Galaxy Buds Pro gives you 5 hours of playtime with ANC turned on and 13 more hours in the case.
Build Quality
- The AirPods Pro has the good build quality and nice durability. It has a matte-finished smart look.Made of high-quality plastic, it can survive a couple of accidental drops.
- The Galaxy Buds Pro is polished to a high gloss. The matte interior feels soft and smooth against your skin. It’s comparatively sturdier to survive a couple of accidental drops without much damage.
Both products are great in their way of keeping the beat going.You should only go for AirPods Pro if you own an iPhone. Otherwise, you may miss a lot of features that make this expensive pair of earbuds worth every penny. Similarly, Galaxy Buds Pro is entirely suited to users with Samsung Galaxy devices. However, both brands provide immersive sound experiences and noise-cancellation features to anybody with a smartphone.
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