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Updated January 10, 2024·

If you prioritize sound quality and are using your audio device mainly in a quiet environment, the HifiMan Sundara headphones, with their open-back design, will offer a more natural and expansive soundstage, which is excellent for an immersive experience, especially with high-fidelity recordings. However, they are bulkier, require an amplifier for best performance, and don't have any wireless functionality. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are a more versatile choice with a closed, in-ear design that provides wireless convenience, active noise cancellation for noisy environments, and are more portable. But be aware, the compact size may come with a sacrifice in sound stage and overall audio fidelity compared to the larger Sundara. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also have features like an integrated microphone and touch controls, making them more suitable for calls and everyday use, but remember they have a shorter battery life compared to the non-existing limit of the wired Sundaras. Consider your budget as well; if cost is a major factor, the Sundara is significantly more expensive than the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the HifiMan Sundara
  • Excellent for music
  • Very good 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

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Music

9.3
Sundara
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
8.0
The HifiMan Sundara is excellent for music, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good.

Gaming

7.2
Sundara
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
8.3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for gaming, while the HifiMan Sundara is good.

Phone Calls

4.9
Sundara
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
7.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for phone calls, while the HifiMan Sundara is poor.

Podcasts and Audiobooks

7.8
Sundara
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
8.4
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the HifiMan Sundara is good.

TV and Video

8.8
Sundara
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
7.7
The HifiMan Sundara is very good for TV and video, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good.

Noise Reduction

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

Battery

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

Cost

$279
Sundara
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
$188
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The HifiMan Sundara has a price of $279 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro costs $188.

Build Quality

8.2
Sundara
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
9.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has excellent build quality, while the HifiMan Sundara has very good build quality.
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How the HifiMan Sundara and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro compare to other earbuds and headphones

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Spec Comparison

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HifiMan SundaraSamsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
HifiMan SundaraSamsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro

GENERAL

Price
$279
$188
Brand
HifiManSamsung
Release Date
May 1, 2020August 1, 2022
Form Factor
HeadphonesEarbuds
Connectivity
WiredWireless

SOUND

Music Score
9.3/108.1/10
Phone Calls Score
5/107.1/10
Gaming Score
7.2/108.4/10
TV and Video Score
8.8/107.8/10
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
N/A6.5/10

BUILD AND DESIGN

Build Quality
8.2/109/10
Comfort score
8.4/107.8/10
Size
N/AMedium
Weight (headset or single earbud)
394.6 Grams5.5 Grams
Microphone style
N/AIntegrated

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Sound Guys

Christian Thomas | July 2023
"The HiFiMan Sundara is the set of headphones to get if you want high-end audio, but don't want to shell out a king's ransom for it. These planar magnetic headphones are comfortable, straightforward, and excellent performers."

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 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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