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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Etymotic ER4XR offers a highly detailed and accurate sound, suitable for audiophiles who prioritize clarity and fidelity over all else; their design, however, is less conventional and might be less comfortable for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, are more versatile, featuring modern conveniences like wireless charging, water resistance, and active noise canceling, making them a more rounded choice for casual listeners who may also appreciate their touch controls and integration with Samsung devices. If sound isolation is a top priority and you prefer a wired connection, the Etymotic may be preferable, but for general everyday use, the Samsung Buds, being somewhat less expensive, may offer a more convenient and feature-rich experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Etymotic ER4XR
- The Etymotic ER4XR 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
6.2
8.3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for gaming, while the Etymotic ER4XR is only fair.
Phone Calls
4.7
7.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for phone calls, while the Etymotic ER4XR is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.3
8.4
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Etymotic ER4XR is good.
Battery
N/A
4.8 Hours
The Etymotic ER4XR does not have a battery. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$234
$188
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The Etymotic ER4XR has a price of $234 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro costs $188.
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Key similarities
Music
8.0
8.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and Etymotic ER4XR are both very good for music.
TV and Video
7.4
7.7
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and Etymotic ER4XR are both good for TV and video.
Noise Reduction
9.1
9.1
The Etymotic ER4XR and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both excellent for noise reduction.
Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The Etymotic ER4XR and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro both have excellent build quality.
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How the Etymotic ER4XR and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Etymotic ER4XR | Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$234 | $188 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Etymotic | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2016 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.3/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.4/10 | 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 | 9.1/10 | 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 | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 4 Grams | 5.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Etymotic ER4XR
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What HiFi?
What HiFi? | May 2015
"The Etymotic ER4XRs' top qualities are the detail and definition of the midrange, rewarding the closest listening. While the soundstage is large rather than gigantic, the excellent separation and spatial precision mean you can dive deep into music just as much as when wearing a pair of full-size open-backed headphones."
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 Etymotic
Etymotic Research is an American based research, development and manufacturing company founded in 1983. They invented the first insert earphones that were used for the diagnosis and research of hearing loss and other auditory disorders. They went on to pioneer the market of high fidelity, isolating, in-ear earphones.
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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