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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Audio Technica ATH M20X headphones are a budget-friendly option well-suited for music listening with good overall sound quality and soundstage, but they are not wireless, less comfortable for long periods, and not optimal for exercise or portable use due to their size and lack of features like sweatproof certification. They lack a built-in microphone, which makes them less suitable for calls or gaming. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are midrange priced earbuds that offer portability, convenience, and features like active noise cancelling, wireless charging, and an app with equalizer settings. They are also rated well for use during exercise, have a secure fit, and provide decent battery life. They're a more versatile choice that covers a range of use cases, including travel, calls, and workouts, albeit at a higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Audio Technica ATH M20X
- The Audio Technica ATH M20X 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
Gaming
6.2
8.3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for gaming, while the Audio Technica ATH M20X is only fair.
Phone Calls
4.3
7.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for phone calls, while the Audio Technica ATH M20X is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.7
8.4
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Audio Technica ATH M20X is only fair.
Noise Reduction
6.0
9.1
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the Audio Technica ATH M20X is only fair.
Battery
N/A
4.8 Hours
The Audio Technica ATH M20X does not have a battery. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$49
$188
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The Audio Technica ATH M20X has a price of $49 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro costs $188.
Build Quality
6.9
9.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has excellent build quality, while the Audio Technica ATH M20X has only fair build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
7.6
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro to be very good for music, while the Audio Technica ATH M20X is good.
TV and Video
7.6
7.7
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and Audio Technica ATH M20X are both good for TV and video.
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How the Audio Technica ATH M20X and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Audio Technica ATH M20X | Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$49 | $188 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Audio Technica | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2014 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.6/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.4/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.2/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.1/10 | 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 | 6.9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 5.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 190 Grams | 5.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Audio Technica ATH M20X
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Soundguys
Jasper Lastoria | September 2023
"Audio-Technica positively defies what you can expect for around $50. Ultimately, Audio-Technica did not design the ATH-M20x to go on the subway with you. It’s for the budget-conscious, do-it-yourself producer, podcaster, or studio that needs to buy tracking cans in bulk. If you don’t need the most deluxe, comfortable headphones, maybe you’ll like the ATH-M20x for its spartan functionality. The headphones are aimed at giving you the minimum requirements without it feeling like a sacrifice."
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
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Sound Guys
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 Audio Technica
Audio Technica is a 60-year-old, Japan-based, professional audio equipment manufacturer. They started off making phonograph cartridges and have expanded their scope of products ever since to include extremely popular models of microphones and headphones. They have been the official audio equipment supplier of several editions of the Summer and Winter Olympics and every edition of the Grammy Awards since 1998.
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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