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Updated January 10, 2024·
For immersive music listening, the Audio Technica ATH M30X offers a better overall sound quality with a good soundstage but lacks a microphone and wireless capability. If you prioritize convenience and features, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro provides wireless freedom, active noise cancellation, and a compatible mic for calls, at a higher price point. The Galaxy Buds are also more versatile for exercise, travel, and have app customization, whereas the ATH M30X is more suitable for stationary listening due to being wired and less portable. Choose the ATH M30X for budget-friendly, focused listening or Galaxy Buds 2 Pro for mobility, features, and versatility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Audio Technica ATH M30X
- The Audio Technica ATH M30X 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
6.6
8.3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for gaming, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X 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 M30X is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.9
8.4
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X 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 M30X is only fair.
Battery
N/A
4.8 Hours
The Audio Technica ATH M30X does not have a battery. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$89
$188
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$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The Audio Technica ATH M30X has a price of $89 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro costs $188.
Build Quality
7.2
9.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has excellent build quality, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X has good 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 M30X is good.
TV and Video
7.9
7.7
The Audio Technica ATH M30X and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both good for TV and video.
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How the Audio Technica ATH M30X and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Audio Technica ATH M30X | Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$89 | $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 | 7.7/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.4/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.6/10 | 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 | 7.2/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 220 Grams | 5.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Audio Technica ATH M30X
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Soundguys
Jasper Lastoria | August 2023
"The Audio-Technica ATH-M30x is a great choice for anybody that needs a decent set of over-ear studio monitors. While the frequency response is not totally spot on, it works for basically every situation reasonably well. The sound quality and reasonably good comfort promote its candidacy as a great pick for $69 USD."
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 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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