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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Beats EP are wired on-ear headphones that provide a good overall sound quality and are suitable if you prefer using a physical connection and do not need features like active noise cancelling or wireless connectivity. They are also not optimized for calls or exercise. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are true wireless earbuds with higher sound quality with active noise cancelling, which makes them excellent for calls, meetings, and air travel. They also have a modern feature set with app equalizer, app controls customization, optimized performance for both Android and Apple devices, and wireless charging. Choose the Beats EP if you are on a tighter budget and value simplicity and wired connectivity. Opt for the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro if you are looking for the best wireless experience with modern features, better portability, and call quality, and if you're willing to invest a bit more. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats EP
- The Beats EP has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
- 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
6.3
8.3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for gaming, while the Beats EP is only fair.
Phone Calls
4.2
7.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for phone calls, while the Beats EP is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
8.4
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Beats EP is only fair.
Noise Reduction
5.3
9.1
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the Beats EP is poor.
Battery
N/A
4.8 Hours
The Beats EP does not have a battery. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$100
$188
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The Beats EP has a price of $100 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro costs $188.
Build Quality
8.0
9.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has excellent build quality, while the Beats EP has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
8.1
8.0
The Beats EP and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both very good for music.
TV and Video
7.6
7.7
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and Beats EP are both good for TV and video.
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How the Beats EP and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Beats EP | Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$100 | $188 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2018 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.1/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.3/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.6/10 | 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 | 5.3/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | 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 | 8/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 226.7 Grams | 5.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Beats EP
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Ulf Kaiser | 2015
"With the EP model, Beats delivers a stylish headphone with cable connection and hands-free functionality that should please consumers seeking a balanced sound for playback on mobile devices."
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 Beats
Beats is an American, consumer-focused, audio products manufacturer. Founded originally by American rapper and producer Dr Dre, the company is now a subsidiary of Apple. Beats sells a wide range of audio products, including several models of headphones, earbuds and speakers as well as full car audio systems.
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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