True Wireless
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
84Great
$120
Full review dataApple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) vs Samsung Galaxy Buds2: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) - Great overall at around $125.
True Wireless
Samsung Galaxy Buds2
72Good
$150
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
Sound8.5
Noise cancelling9.0
Battery7.5
Calls8.0
Value7.5
Samsung Galaxy Buds2
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery7.0
Calls7.5
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C) | Samsung Galaxy Buds2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $120 | $150 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2022 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | two-way dynamic speakers |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | 104 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, Samsung Scalable Codec |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 7.5 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 5 h |
| Battery incl. case | 30 h | 29 h |
| Full charge time | - | 60 min |
| Quick charge | - | 5 min = 1 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| ANC type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | Yes |
| Custom EQ | No | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | both | touch |
| Voice assistant | Siri | Bixby |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 5.3 g | 10 g |
| Case weight | 50.8 g | 41.2 g |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IPX2 |
| Foldable | No | No |
| Detachable cable | No | No |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 3 |
| Call noise reduction | - | 3 mics (2 outer + 1 inner) + Voice Pickup Unit |
What reviewers said
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen, USB-C)
These wireless earbuds deliver strong active noise cancellation and a natural-sounding transparency mode, making them a solid pick for Apple users. With around 6 hours of playback per charge and a case that boosts total listening time to 30 hours, they offer dependable daily use. The IP54 rating adds some protection against sweat and splashes, while Bluetooth 5.3 ensures a stable connection for most devices.
- Pro:Excellent active noise cancellation
- Pro:Natural transparency mode for ambient awareness
- Pro:Decent battery life with case
- Con:No multipoint connection
- Con:Limited to AAC codec
- Con:No custom EQ in app
Samsung Galaxy Buds2
The Samsung Galaxy Buds2 are compact wireless earbuds that offer hybrid active noise cancellation and a comfortable, featherlight fit. With an 11mm two-way driver system, they deliver balanced sound, while the case extends total playback to around 29 hours. They support wireless charging and feature touch controls, though they lack multipoint connectivity and have modest water resistance.
- Pro:Very lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
- Pro:Effective hybrid noise cancellation for the price
- Pro:Compact case with wireless charging support
- Con:No multipoint pairing for seamless device switching
- Con:Only AAC codec support, no aptX or LDAC
- Con:IPX2 rating offers minimal protection against moisture
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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