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Updated January 10, 2024·

The EPOS PC38X headphones have superior sound quality, a better microphone, and excel in comfort, making them ideal for long gaming sessions, music listening, and calls. They lack wireless capability which could limit mobility but their open-back design provides a natural and wide soundstage. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro offer good sound with the convenience of wireless connectivity and active noise cancelling, making them better for use during exercise, travel, and in noisy environments. They have an integrated mic, which may not be as clear as the EPOS boom mic, and are smaller and more portable, with additional features like an app equalizer and optimized controls for Android. Consider the EPOS PC38X if you prioritize sound and microphone quality for home use, and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro for portability and noise cancellation. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the EPOS PC38X
  • Best in class for music
  • Best in class for phone calls
  • Best in class for gaming
  • Excellent for TV and video
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
  • Good for exercise
  • Very good for air travel
  • Very good for podcasts and audiobooks

Key differences

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Music

9.5
PC38X
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
8.0
The EPOS PC38X is best in class for music, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good.

Gaming

10.0
PC38X
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
8.3
The EPOS PC38X is best in class for gaming, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good.

Phone Calls

10.0
PC38X
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
7.0
The EPOS PC38X is best in class for phone calls, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good.

TV and Video

9.0
PC38X
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
7.7
The EPOS PC38X is excellent for TV and video, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good.

Noise Reduction

2.5
PC38X
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
9.1
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the EPOS PC38X is poor.

Battery

N/A
PC38X
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
4.8 Hours
The EPOS PC38X does not have a battery. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life.

Cost

$139
PC38X
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
$188
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The EPOS PC38X has a price of $139 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro costs $188.

Build Quality

8.5
PC38X
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
9.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has excellent build quality, while the EPOS PC38X has very good build quality.
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Key similarities

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Podcasts and Audiobooks

7.9
PC38X
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
8.4
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro to be very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the EPOS PC38X is good.

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How the EPOS PC38X and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones

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Spec Comparison

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EPOS PC38XSamsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
EPOS PC38XSamsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro

GENERAL

Price
$139
$188
Brand
EPOSSamsung
Release Date
September 1, 2020August 1, 2022
Form Factor
HeadphonesEarbuds
Connectivity
WiredWireless

SOUND

Music Score
9.6/108.1/10
Phone Calls Score
10/107.1/10
Gaming Score
10/108.4/10
TV and Video Score
9.1/107.8/10
Exercise Score
4.5/107.7/10

PERFORMANCE

Battery life
N/A4.8 Hours
Wireless charging
N/AYes
Charging time
N/A1.1 Hours
Bluetooth version
N/A5.2
Case Battery Life
N/A12

FEATURES

Active Noise Cancelling
NoYes
Noise Reduction Score
2.5/109.1/10
Virtual Surround
N/AYes
Android App
N/AYes
iOS App
N/ANo
Mic Quality
10/106.5/10

BUILD AND DESIGN

Build Quality
8.5/109/10
Comfort score
8.4/107.8/10
Size
N/AMedium
Weight (headset or single earbud)
249.4 Grams5.5 Grams
Microphone style
BoomIntegrated

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EPOS PC38X

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Everyday Listening

Ryan Soo | November 2021
"Lightweight and comfortable design, Mic arm with mute, Excellent tuning, Highly natural midrange voicing, Clean and separated bass, Solid soundstage dimensions. Combining all day comfort and integrated coms with a balanced and spacious sound from essentially any source, it is hard to deny the versatility and value provided by the PC38X."

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 EPOS

EPOS is a relatively new company with a very long heritage. Previously known as Sennheiser Communications, EPOS is the result of the joint venture between the German headphone manufacturer Sennheiser and the Danish Demant that sought to develop premium audio communication solutions. They specialize in two main product groups, enterprise communications and gaming communication headsets and processing devices.

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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