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Updated January 10, 2024·
The HifiMan Edition XS offers superior sound quality with its planar magnetic drivers, providing a more detailed and spacious soundstage, which is excellent for critical listening and enjoying high-fidelity audio at home. However, they are larger and require a dedicated source or amplifier to reach their full potential, making them less portable. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, while offering good sound quality with convenience, portability, wireless connectivity, and active noise cancellation, may not match the acoustic performance of the HifiMan. They are more suitable for users who prioritize a wire-free experience, use while commuting or exercising, and taking calls on the go due to their built-in microphones. Consider where and how you will use your new audio gear before making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HifiMan Edition XS
- Best in class for TV and video
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
Music
8.8
8.0
The HifiMan Edition XS and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both very good for music, though the HifiMan Edition XS is somewhat better.
Gaming
7.4
8.3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for gaming, while the HifiMan Edition XS is good.
Phone Calls
5.0
7.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for phone calls, while the HifiMan Edition XS is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.9
8.4
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the HifiMan Edition XS is good.
TV and Video
9.5
7.7
The HifiMan Edition XS is best in class for TV and video, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good.
Noise Reduction
2.5
9.1
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the HifiMan Edition XS is poor.
Battery
N/A
4.8 Hours
The HifiMan Edition XS does not have a battery. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$269
$188
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The HifiMan Edition XS has a price of $269 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro costs $188.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has excellent build quality, while the HifiMan Edition XS has very good build quality.
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How the HifiMan Edition XS and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| HifiMan Edition XS | Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$269 | $188 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | HifiMan | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | December 1, 2021 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.9/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.1/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 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 | 2.5/10 | 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 | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 421 Grams | 5.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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HifiMan Edition XS
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Headphonesty
Eric D Hieger | January 2023
"The Edition XS easily compete with headphones in their price range with a very high price-to-performance ratio. The XS are an amazing value and offer performance not far off from headphones more than twice their cost. These will be a mind-blowing revelation for enthusiasts and music lovers who have only heard standard big-brand mainstream 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 HifiMan
HiFiMAN is a Chinese, high-end, audio product manufacturer, with 20 years of experience, that specializes in amplifiers, digital audio players and planar magnetic headphones, some of which have become a staple in the audiophile community such as the entry-level Sundara, the midrange Edition X, and the very well-regarded, high-end, Arya.
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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