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Samsung Galaxy Buds4

66/ 100
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HearWiki score

Priced about right

$160
typical price, USD
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At a glance

Brand
Samsung
Type
True Wireless
Fit
-
Connection
Wireless
Noise cancelling
Yes
Released
2026

Score breakdowngood overall

Sound6.9
Noise cancelling4.0
Battery5.3
Calls7.9
Value5.8

Samsung Galaxy Buds4 are open-type wireless earbuds featuring 24-bit Hi-Res Audio, adaptive active noise cancellation, and 360 Audio, with AI-assisted features like Live Translate and head gestures when paired with Galaxy S26 Series devices.

The HearWiki takeAI-condensed

The Samsung Galaxy Buds4 are true wireless earbuds that deliver adaptive noise cancellation and a comfortable, secure fit thanks to their lightweight design. With an 11mm dynamic driver, they offer a balanced sound profile, while the 6.1 Bluetooth version ensures stable multipoint connections. The IP54 rating and wireless charging case make them a practical everyday companion, offering up to 30 hours of total playback with the case.

What works

  • Adaptive ANC adjusts to your surroundings
  • Compact and light at just 4.6g per bud
  • IP54 water resistance for workouts
  • Multipoint Bluetooth 6.1 for seamless switching
  • Wireless charging case with 30-hour total battery

What doesn't

  • Battery life drops to 5 hours with ANC on
  • No LDAC or aptX codec support
  • Touch controls may be overly sensitive
  • Frequency response limited to 20 Hz - 20 kHz

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

Specifications

Audio - Samsung Galaxy Buds4
Driver11 mm dynamic
Driver typedynamic
Driver size11 mm
Drivers per side1
Frequency response20 Hz - 20 kHz

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What the reviews said

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versus

79

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 are wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation, a 6-hour battery life, and a 6.1 Bluetooth version. They feature an 11mm driver, IP54 water resistance, and support multipoint connectivity.

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What YouTube reviewers say

Video reviews we found, each condensed to its verdict. They do feed the HearWiki score, at a measured weight below what a published written review carries.

The consensus

Mixedacross 2 videos

Reviewers agree the Galaxy Buds4 offer solid connectivity, responsive touch controls, and useful customization like a 10-band EQ, but they diverge on fit and overall value.

Reviewers liked

  • Responsive touch gestures
  • Good connection and pairing
  • Better battery life
  • Swipe volume controls
  • 10-band EQ

Reviewers flagged

  • Poor ear fit, falls out easily
  • No silicone tips
  • Weaker noise canceling
  • Weak stock bass tuning
  • No one-bud wearing detection
10:01

A CLEAR WINNER! Samsung Galaxy Buds4 vs AirPods 4 ANC

Picky Audio34.4K viewsMar 2026

The reviewer compares the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 to the AirPods 4 ANC, scoring them across 10 categories and finding a tie overall. They conclude that the AirPods are better for sound quality and noise canceling, while the Galaxy Buds4 win on battery, controls, and customization. The final recommendation depends on the user's ecosystem, with the AirPods being more impressive overall.

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