True Wireless
Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5
85Outstanding
$240
Full review dataHuawei FreeBuds Pro 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds2: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 - Outstanding overall at around $240.
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.
Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery6.0
Calls6.0
Value5.0
Samsung Galaxy Buds2
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery7.0
Calls7.5
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 | Samsung Galaxy Buds2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $240 | $150 |
| HearWiki score | 85 / 100 · Outstanding | 72 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2026 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | hybrid | two-way dynamic speakers |
| Driver size | 11 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 10 Hz - 48 kHz | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | - | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 104 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC, L2HC 4.0 | SBC, AAC, Samsung Scalable Codec |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | No |
| Wireless range | 12 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 9 h | 7.5 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 6 h | 5 h |
| Battery incl. case | 38 h | 29 h |
| Full charge time | 90 min | 60 min |
| Quick charge | 3 min = ~1 h | 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 | Yes | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Voice assistant | Yes | Bixby |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 5.5 g | 10 g |
| Case weight | 43 g | 41.2 g |
| Water resistance | IP57 | IPX2 |
| Foldable | - | No |
| Detachable cable | No | No |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Model code | HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 5 | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | 3 |
| Call noise reduction | - | 3 mics (2 outer + 1 inner) + Voice Pickup Unit |
What reviewers said
Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5
The Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 are high-end true wireless earbuds with adaptive noise cancellation and a robust IP57 rating for water and dust resistance. They deliver a wide frequency response up to 48 kHz, support Bluetooth 6, and offer strong battery life with quick charging, making them a solid pick for those seeking premium features and connectivity.
- Pro:Excellent adaptive noise cancellation
- Pro:Strong IP57 water resistance for earbuds
- Pro:Wide 10 Hz–48 kHz frequency range
- Con:Battery life drops significantly with ANC on (6 hours)
- Con:Requires compatible devices for L2HC codec full quality
- Con:Price is on the higher side for TWS earbuds
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
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