Huawei FreeBuds 5 vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Huawei FreeBuds 5 and Samsung Galaxy Buds FE. 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

Huawei FreeBuds 5 vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Huawei FreeBuds 5 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 3.24 cm -
Width 1.76 cm -
Depth 2.28 cm -
Weight 5.4 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 5.01 cm x 2.73 cm x 6.66 cm / 45 g Earbud: 1.71 cm x 2.22 cm x 1.92 cm / 5.6 g
Charging case: 5 cm x 2.77 cm x 5 cm / 40 g
Colour Silver frost | Coral orange Graphite | White
Protection Dust-resistant, splash-resistant -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
High-Resolution Audio Yes -
SOUND QUALITY Huawei FreeBuds 5 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2 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 LDAC SBC, AAC, SSC (Samsung Seamless Codec)
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - Ambient Sound Mode
Frequency Response 16 - 40000 Hz -
Diaphragm 11 mm -
MICROPHONE Huawei FreeBuds 5 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Noise Cancelling Yes - Huawei FreeBuds 5 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Microphones Included 3 6 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE have a built-in microphone.
REMOTE CONTROL Huawei FreeBuds 5 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Controls Volume, play/pause, reject call, ANC on/off, answer call -
CABLE Huawei FreeBuds 5 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Cable Type USB-C charge cable USB-C charge cable - detachable
FEATURES Huawei FreeBuds 5 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Features - Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
- SmartThings
Voice Control - Indirect
Intelligent Assistant - Bixby
Sensors - Proximity sensor, hall sensor, touch sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Huawei FreeBuds 5 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Battery Type Rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Capacity 42 mAh 60 mAh Samsung Galaxy Buds FE have a higher battery capacity than Huawei FreeBuds 5.
Battery Life - 6 hour(s)
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (with 5 min charge): up to 2 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 3.5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / with included charging case): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 20 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 21 hours
Continuous talk: up to 4 hours
Continuous talk (with included charging case): up to 14 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 3.5 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 13 hours
Continuous playback: up to 8.5 hours
CONNECTIONS Huawei FreeBuds 5 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Connector Type - Bluetooth
USB (power only) (24 pin USB-C)
OTHERS Huawei FreeBuds 5 Samsung Galaxy Buds FE
Included Accessories USB-C charging cable, extra eartips, warranty card, charging case (505 mAh) 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (S, M, L), charging case (479 mAh), 2 pairs of wing tips (S/M, M/L)
- 0.294 W/kg (head)
Compliant Standards IP54 -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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