Marshall Motif II with ANC
Score: 75/100
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro Silver
Score: 87/100Rankings
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro feature dual-driver AKG-tuned sound, adaptive AI ANC, IPX7 water resistance and up to 28 hours total playback with wireless charging. The premium price and occasionally hypersensitive touch controls may deter some buyers. Perfect for users wanting high-end sound and Samsung integration.
The Marshall Motif II are true-wireless earbuds with active ANC, transparency mode, IPX5 resistance, and up to 43 hours of total playback including quick charging. Their ANC is decent but not class-leading, and touch controls can be overly sensitive. They fit commuters and workout enthusiasts who value battery life and rugged design.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
9 hoursbest | 8 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | 50 gbest | 57 g |
| ↓ lower better | 15 minutes | 5 minutesbest |
6 mm | 11 mmbest | |
10 mbest | — | |
16 Ωbest | — | |
108 dBbest | — | |
1 years | 2 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 9 hours | 8 hours |
Quick Charge Time (minutes) | 15 minutes | 5 minutes |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 5.0 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 50 g | 57 g |
IP Rating | IPX5 | IPX7 |
Audio(2) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 6 mm | 11 mm |
Supported Audio Codecs | SBC, AAC | Samsung Scalable, AAC, SBC |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 2 years |
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Professional reviewers commend the Motif II for its enjoyable, balanced sound, substantial battery upgrades and the addition of Bluetooth 5.3 multipoint. They appreciate the rugged Marshall aesthetic and the improved ANC, though they acknowledge that the noise cancellation is not elite and the lack of high-resolution codecs limits audiophile appeal.
Everyday users love the marathon battery life, comfortable fit and the punchy Marshall-style sound, especially for commuting and workouts. Common praise centers on the sturdy build, IPX5 resistance and quick charging, while cons include ANC not class-leading and touch controls finicky.
Professional reviewers commend the Galaxy Buds Pro for their balanced, dynamic sound, premium build, and extensive feature set, especially the AKG-tuned drivers and deep Samsung ecosystem integration. However, they criticize the ANC as not being class-leading and point out artifacts in ambient mode.
Everyday users consistently praise the strong bass, easy Samsung pairing, long battery life, and clear call quality. Recurring complaints focus on fit stability during exercise, inconsistent ANC in windy conditions, overly sensitive touch controls, and a hiss in transparency mode.
