Apple AirPods Pro 2nd-gen
Score: 90/100
Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro
Score: 93/100Rankings
Galaxy Buds 4 Pro deliver top-tier ANC, robust water resistance and a rich feature set for Samsung users, though they fall short on codec support and multipoint connectivity.
The 2nd-gen AirPods Pro deliver premium ANC, adaptive audio and lossless-audio support with a range of charging options, positioning them as the top choice for Apple-centric users despite a higher price and iOS-only features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
30 hoursbest | 28 hours | |
6 hours | 8 hoursbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 5 minutesbest | 5 minutesbest |
| ↓ lower better | 61.4 grams | 58.1 gramsbest |
| ↓ lower better | 32 ohmsbest | — |
12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Total Battery Life (with case) (hours) | 30 hours | 28 hours |
Battery Life per Earbud (hours) | 6 hours | 8 hours |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Total Weight (incl. case) (grams) | 61.4 grams | 58.1 grams |
IP Rating | IP54 | IPX7 |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.0 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the AirPods Pro (2nd gen) for their industry-leading integration with Apple hardware, a significant jump in noise-cancellation performance, and the innovative Adaptive Audio feature. Publications such as The Verge, Wired, Engadget, and CNET highlight the effortless setup, computational audio powered by the H2 chip, and the precision of Transparency mode, calling the earbuds the top choice for Apple users.
Everyday users consistently commend the sound quality, comfort, and the magical ease of pairing and device switching. The Find My integration and IP54 durability are also frequently praised, while common complaints revolve around battery degradation over time, fit issues for very small ears, and the case's susceptibility to cosmetic scratches.
Professional reviewers commend the Buds 4 Pro for strong ANC, IPX7 durability and deep Samsung ecosystem integration, but note a flat sound signature, lack of high-resolution codecs and no multipoint Bluetooth.
Everyday users love the comfort, effective ANC and water resistance, but complain about inconsistent Voice Detect, fit issues for smaller ears and battery wear over time.
