Apple AirPods (3rd generation) vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods (3rd generation) and Samsung Galaxy Buds. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Apple AirPods (3rd generation) vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 3rd generation -
Height 3.079 cm 1.92 cm
Width 1.826 cm 1.75 cm
Depth 1.921 cm 2.25 cm
Weight 4.28 g 6 g Apple AirPods (3rd generation) are lighter than Apple AirPods (3rd generation) headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 5.44 cm x 2.138 cm x 4.64 cm / 37.91 g Earbud: 1.75 cm x 2.25 cm x 1.92 cm / 6 g
Charging case: 7 cm x 3.88 cm x 2.65 cm / 40 g
Colour - Silver | Black | White | Yellow
Protection IPX4 -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects Adaptive EQ Ambient Sound Mode
Features Apple H1 chip -
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode Beamforming -
Microphones Included 2 2 Both headphones have a built-in microphone.
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track -
CABLE Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds
Cable Type USB-C to Lightning cable USB charge cable - detachable
FEATURES Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes Yes
Intelligent Assistant Siri Bixby
Sensors Motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer, force sensor, skin-detecting sensors Accelerometer, proximity sensor, hall sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Battery Capacity - 58 mAh
Battery Life 6 hour(s) 6 hour(s) Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback: up to 6 hours
Continuous talk: up to 4 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 30 hours
Continuous talk (with included charging case): up to 20 hours
Continuous playback (spatial audio on): up to 5 hours
Standby: up to 20 hours
Continuous playback: up to 6 hours
Continuous talk: up to 5 hours
Standby Time - 20 hours
Wireless Charging Standards Qi -
Auto On/Off Yes -
CONNECTIONS Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds
Connector Type - Bluetooth
USB (power only)
OTHERS Apple AirPods (3rd generation) Samsung Galaxy Buds
Included Accessories Wireless charging case, Lightning to USB-C cable 3 pairs of ear tips, USB charge cable, 3 pairs of secure fit wingtips, charging case (252 mAh)
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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