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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize portability and convenience, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are stemless earbuds with active noise canceling, wireless features, and a built-in microphone, making them versatile for calls and use on the go. However, the AKG K361 are over-ear headphones providing better sound isolation and potentially more comfort for extended listening sessions, but lack a microphone and wireless capabilities. The AKG K361 are less expensive and could be preferred for focused music listening at home or in the studio, whereas the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro offer more modern features suitable for daily commutes and hands-free operation. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K361
- The AKG K361 has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.
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
Music
7.5
8.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for music, while the AKG K361 is good.
Gaming
6.3
8.3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for gaming, while the AKG K361 is only fair.
Phone Calls
3.2
7.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for phone calls, while the AKG K361 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.0
8.4
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the AKG K361 is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
9.1
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the AKG K361 is only fair.
Battery
N/A
4.8 Hours
The AKG K361 does not have a battery. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$99
$188
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The AKG K361 has a price of $99 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 K361 has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
TV and Video
7.8
7.7
The AKG K361 and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both good for TV and video.
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How the AKG K361 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| AKG K361 | Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$99 | $188 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2018 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.5/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.3/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.9/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 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 | 6/10 | 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 | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 219 Grams | 5.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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AKG K361
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Alex Rowe | November 2019
"The K361 retains much of what makes the K371 such a winner, though it has a leaner sound, and the build changes made to trim the price down are immediately apparent. Still, it’s another excellent offering from AKG, and other companies in this fight should either be very worried or quickly designing updates to their old models."
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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