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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Beats Powerbeats Pro are great for exercise with their ear hooks providing a secure fit, but their large size affects portability. They have a longer battery life and are sweatproof; however, they lack active noise cancelling (ANC) and wireless charging. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro offer better noise isolation with ANC, a more compact design, and wireless charging, enhancing convenience. They also provide virtual surround sound for more immersive experiences, and are optimized for both Android and Apple devices, but might not be as secure during intense workouts due to the absence of ear hooks. If you prioritize exercise and battery life, go for the Powerbeats Pro; for noise cancellation, compactness, and features, choose the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats Powerbeats Pro
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
- Very good for music
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
6.5
8.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for music, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is only fair.
Gaming
5.5
8.3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for gaming, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.2
8.4
The Beats Powerbeats Pro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good.
TV and Video
5.7
7.7
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for TV and video, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Noise Reduction
4.6
9.1
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Battery
10.0 Hours
4.8 Hours
The Beats Powerbeats Pro has 10 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$124
$188
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The Beats Powerbeats Pro has a price of $124 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro costs $188.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
7.0
7.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and Beats Powerbeats Pro are both good for phone calls.
Build Quality
8.8
9.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro to have excellent build quality, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro has very good build quality.
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Spec Comparison
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| Beats Powerbeats Pro | Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$124 | $188 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.5/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.6/10 | 7.7/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 10 Hours | 4.8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 1.1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | 12 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 4.6/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.8/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 11 Grams | 5.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Beats Powerbeats Pro
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Sound Guys
Christian Thomas | November 2022
"Sweat resistance, actual noise isolation, and a secure fit in your ears make these the true wireless earphones you want in Apple-land. Android users may find other options they like better, as these only support AAC."
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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