Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Apple AirPods (1st generation) and Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 1st generation -
Height 4.05 cm 2.16 cm
Width 1.65 cm 1.99 cm
Depth 1.8 cm 1.87 cm
Weight 4 g 5.5 g Apple AirPods (1st generation) are lighter than Apple AirPods (1st generation) headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 4.43 cm x 2.13 cm x 5.35 cm / 38 g Earbud: 1.99 cm x 1.87 cm x 2.16 cm / 5.5 g
Charging case: 5.02 cm x 5.01 cm x 2.77 cm / 43.4 g
Colour - Bora purple | Graphite | White
Protection - Water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods (1st generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.3
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, SSC (Samsung Seamless Codec)
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo 5.1 channel surround
Built-in Decoders - Dolby Atmos
Sound Effects - Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio
Features - Auto Switch, voice detect
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Noise Cancelling - Yes Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Microphones Included - 3
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods (1st generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track -
CABLE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Cable Type Lightning cable - detachable -
FEATURES Apple AirPods (1st generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Features - Touch control, seamless connectivity, easy pairing
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Bixby
Sensors Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer Accelerometer, proximity sensor, gyro sensor, hall sensor, touch sensor, Voice Pickup Unit (VPU)
Additional Functions - Custom coaxial 2-way, AirVent, SmartThings Find, neck stretch reminder, Bixby voice wake-up, 24-bit Hi-Fi audio
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods (1st generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Capacity - 61 mAh
Battery Life - 5 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 3.5 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 14 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 18 hours
Auto On/Off Yes -
OTHERS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Included Accessories Charging case Charging case (515 mAh)
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac -
SAR Value - 0.231 W/kg (body), 0.231 W/kg (head)
Compliant Standards - IPX7
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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