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Updated January 10, 2024·
The AKG K712 Pro headphones offer a superior sound quality, a very wide and immersive soundstage, and exceptional comfort, which makes them well-suited for critical listening, and they excel in a quiet environment due to their open-back design. However, they lack a built-in microphone, any wireless capabilities, active noise cancelling, and aren't suitable for exercising or use in noisy environments. Conversely, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are compact, wireless, and equipped with active noise cancelling and a built-in microphone, making them versatile for calls, meetings, exercise, and travel. While their overall sound quality is slightly lower than the AKGs, they offer convenience and functionality for everyday use and outdoor activities. The Buds are also optimized for both Android and Apple devices and support wireless charging, which the AKGs do not. If you prioritize sound quality, spaciousness, and comfort for home listening, the AKGs may justify their higher price. If you value portability, versatility, and the features catering to an active lifestyle at a more affordable price, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro would be a better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K712 Pro
- Very good for TV and video
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
- Very good for music
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Gaming
7.0
8.3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for gaming, while the AKG K712 Pro is good.
Phone Calls
4.9
7.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for phone calls, while the AKG K712 Pro is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.8
8.4
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the AKG K712 Pro is good.
TV and Video
8.4
7.7
The AKG K712 Pro is very good for TV and video, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good.
Noise Reduction
2.5
9.1
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the AKG K712 Pro is poor.
Battery
N/A
4.8 Hours
The AKG K712 Pro does not have a battery. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$270
$188
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The AKG K712 Pro has a price of $270 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro costs $188.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has excellent build quality, while the AKG K712 Pro has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
7.7
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro to be very good for music, while the AKG K712 Pro is good.
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Spec Comparison
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| AKG K712 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$270 | $188 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2013 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 7.7/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 4.8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1.1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 12 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 235 Grams | 5.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Headfonics
Michael | October 2013
"AKG has created a mini-masterpiece in my opinion. I enjoy this headphone a great deal and it will become my go-to reference headphone for the time being. She is slick, sexy, well-balanced, and crazy comfortable."
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
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Jasper Lastoria | April 2023
"Consider the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro as your next pair of buds for its excellent active noise canceling (ANC) of low frequencies and comfortable fit. For Samsung users, the integration with your devices is handy and good for productivity."
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About Samsung
Samsung is a multinational conglomerate with over 85 years of history. They are mostly known to consumers for their high-end smartphones and TVs, however they are invested in many other markets like semiconductors and automotive. Samsung owns Harman International which itself owns other audio specialized companies like Harman Kardon, JBL and AKG who help engineer most, if not all, of Samsung audio products of their Galaxy line.
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