Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro

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BEST RATING
Air Travel:
4.6
MUSIC: Very Good8.0/10
CALLS: Good7.0/10
GAMING: Very Good8.3/10
TV: Good7.7/10
PODCASTS & AUDIOBOOKS: Very Good8.4/10
EXERCISE: Good7.6/10
AIR TRAVEL: Very Good8.5/10
NOISE REDUCTION: Excellent9.1/10
BUILD QUALITY: Excellent9.0/10
BATTERY: Fair6.8/10

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are a midrange priced, stemless earbud option that offer features such as active noise cancelling, wireless charging, and an integrated microphone, making them suitable for calls and meetings. They are optimized for Android, though they also work with Apple devices, and have an app that allows equalizer, controls customization, and audio controls. With very good overall sound quality, they're great for music listening, and their excellent portability and good comfort make them convenient for use during exercise or air travel. However, their microphone quality is only fair, which might be a consideration for frequent call users. These earbuds are sweatproof but not dustproof, and offer 4.8 hours of battery life with an additional 12 hours provided by the case. They're suitable for gaming and watching TV due to their low latency, but might not be the best option if microphone quality is a priority. Give Feedback

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Evaluation

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Pros
  • Very good sound quality
  • Active noise cancelling
  • Good comfort and fit
  • Wireless and sweatproof
  • App customization available
Cons
  • Fair microphone quality
  • No wired option
  • No lossless codec support
  • Dustproof certification missing

Ratings by Category

Air Travel:
4.6
This score evaluates the product for use on airplanes and other similar kinds of travel. It takes into account noise reduction and portability, including case shape, case size, and weight. It also incorporates the battery life of the product, long-haul comfort, noise reduction (both active and passive), and sound quality. We generally consider wireless products to be more suitable for air travel.
Gaming:
4.5
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are suitable for gaming due to their support for low latency, which reduces audio lag, and the fact they have a dedicated gaming mode to enhance this effect even further. Their soundstage and imaging are rated as good, ensuring precise audio placement that is beneficial for immersive gaming experiences.
Podcasts & Audiobooks:
4.5
This score evaluates the product when used solely to listen to podcasts or audiobooks. It takes into account sound quality and sound signature, to be able to keep voices clear and intelligible. It also considers battery life, when available, and comfort.
Music:
4.4
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro deliver very good overall sound quality with a closed enclosure that helps to isolate ambient noise, enhancing music listening experiences. They also support a Samsung Scalable Codec for high-quality wireless sound and feature virtual surround sound capabilities, which could provide a more immersive experience.
Portability:
4.4
The Portability score is based on an overall assessment that includes volume and maximum dimension of the product (and case, if relevant), and its weight. Special features like foldability for headphones are also taken into account.
TV & Video:
4.3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are suitable for watching TV and videos due to their support for Samsung Scalable Codec (SSC), which enables low latency for minimal audio delay. Additionally, they deliver good sound quality, enhancing the viewing experience.
Exercise:
4.3
This score evaluates the product when used for exercise and physical activity. It mainly takes into account comfort, whether or not the products are sweatproof and how secure are the earbuds or headphones while wearing them. We also consider products with wireless capabilities to be more suitable for this particular scenario
Calls:
4.0
This evaluates the product when used solely to make and receive calls. It takes into account how well the products are able to clearly reproduce the human voice, the quality of the integrated microphones and the battery life, when available, to be able to use them for longer sessions or conferences.
Battery Life:
3.8
The Battery Life rating is based on hours of typical, actual usage.

Full Specs

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GENERAL

Price
$188
Brand
Samsung
Release Date
August 1, 2022
Form Factor
Earbuds
Connectivity
Wireless

SOUND

Music Score
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8.1/10
Phone Calls Score
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7.1/10
Gaming Score
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8.4/10
TV and Video Score
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7.8/10
Exercise Score
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7.7/10

PERFORMANCE

Battery life
4.8 Hours
Wireless charging
Yes
Charging time
1.1 Hours
Bluetooth version
5.2
Case Battery Life
12

FEATURES

Active Noise Cancelling
Yes
Noise Reduction Score
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9.1/10
Virtual Surround
Yes
Android App
Yes
iOS App
No
Mic Quality
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6.5/10

BUILD AND DESIGN

Build Quality
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9/10
Comfort score
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7.8/10
Size
Medium
Weight of single earbud
5.5 Grams
Microphone style
Integrated

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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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