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Samsung Galaxy Buds Core

76/ 100
Great
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Exceptional value

$55
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At a glance

Brand
Samsung
Type
True Wireless
Fit
-
Connection
Wireless
Noise cancelling
Yes
Released
2025

Score breakdowngreat overall

Sound7.2
Noise cancelling5.5
Battery9.0
Calls7.0
Value8.8

REVIEW: The Samsung Galaxy Buds Core are the brands newest and cheapest wireless earbuds. Test vs Samsung Galaxy Buds FE, Redmi Buds 6 Pro, more.

The HearWiki takeAI-condensed

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Core are an affordable pair of true wireless earbuds that bring hybrid active noise cancellation, clear call quality, and a comfortable fit. They offer a versatile sound profile with a bass-forward or balanced tuning option, plus a long total battery life with the charging case. While they lack multipoint and custom EQ, they remain a solid budget choice for Samsung users.

What works

  • Effective hybrid ANC for the price
  • Clear call quality with 3-mic setup
  • Long combined battery life of 35 hours
  • Wireless charging and USB-C support
  • IP54 water resistance for workouts

What doesn't

  • No multipoint connectivity
  • No custom EQ in the app
  • Bass-heavy default tuning may not suit everyone
  • Touch controls can be accidentally triggered

Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.

Specifications

Audio - Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
Driver12 mm dynamic
Driver typedynamic
Driver size12 mm
Drivers per side1
Frequency response20 Hz - 20 kHz

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What the reviews said

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scarbir

66

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Core three key features that the best competitors have: usable Active Noise Cancelling, clear calls, and multipoint connectivity. But there’s another side to it. 10 hours battery life, the option to read notifications for you, and great sound that’s either bassy or more balanced: the Galaxy Buds Core is still well worth considering. Buy on Amazon US Buy on your Amazon country I bought the Samsung Galaxy Buds Core myself to test and review. My reviews are 100% independent and non-commercial - read about it here . The links on this page are affiliate links . Buying via one of this links supports me in reviewing more earphones. Was this review helpful to you? Also read: Guide: The best wireless earbuds under $100 Leaderboard: All rated wireless earphones

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