A comparison of specs, key information, reviews, and best pricing from top retailers
Last updated -- hours ago | Report incorrect information
Company ProductName Specs
Company ProductName Specs
What we think
The PerfectRec Earbuds or Headphones team Learn more
Updated January 10, 2024·
If you are considering the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro versus the Sony WF1000XM4, keep these differences in mind: the Samsung buds may be more budget-friendly and are recommended for exercise due to being sweatproof, whereas the Sony buds are not sweatproof and a bit larger but offer superior overall sound quality and comfort. Both are enabled with active noise canceling and have a good battery life, but the Sony headphones have a longer battery life per charge. Sony's headsets connect via LDAC for potentially higher audio quality, while Samsung uses their SSC codec, which is said to optimize sound for Samsung devices. If you need earbuds optimized for gaming and TV, the Samsung might be better, but for the highest audio fidelity, especially with music, you may prefer the Sony. Give Feedback
this description is based on the product variant with some specs and product variant with some specs. At the time of writing, the variant with some specs cost some dollars and the variant with some specs cost some dollars.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Good for exercise
Advantages of the Sony WF1000XM4
- Excellent for music
- Best in class for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.0
9.0
The Sony WF1000XM4 is excellent for music, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good.
Gaming
8.3
5.6
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for gaming, while the Sony WF1000XM4 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.4
10.0
The Sony WF1000XM4 is best in class for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good.
TV and Video
7.7
6.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for TV and video, while the Sony WF1000XM4 is only fair.
Noise Reduction
9.1
8.3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the Sony WF1000XM4 is very good.
Battery
4.8 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life. The Sony WF1000XM4 has 9 hours of battery life.
Cost
$188
$220
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a price of $188 and the Sony WF1000XM4 costs $220.
Let Us Help Find Your Perfect Headphones
Find your new headphones
Key similarities
Phone Calls
7.0
6.7
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro to be good for phone calls, while the Sony WF1000XM4 is only fair.
Build Quality
9.0
8.9
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro to have excellent build quality, while the Sony WF1000XM4 has very good build quality.
Give feedback
We’re constantly working to improve.
How the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and the Sony WF1000XM4 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro | Sony WF1000XM4 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$188 | $220 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | July 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.1/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.1/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.7/10 | 6.7/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 4.8 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.1 Hours | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 12 | 24 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 5.4/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.8/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 6.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
Shopping
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
See more
Dig into reviews and images
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."
Sony WF1000XM4
See more
Dig into reviews and images
What HiFi?
What HiFi? | March 2023
"The headphones deliver a satisfying user experience, class-leading battery life, some of the best noise-cancelling we’ve heard in this category, and absolutely stunning sound quality."
Get a great deal on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro or the Sony WF1000XM4
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.
About Sony
Sony is a multinational corporation, based out of Japan, with over 75 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry. In the audio market, Sony has been a trendsetter several times throughout its history. In 1979 they released the first-ever portable music player, the Sony Walkman, followed by the Discman 20 years later. Today, Sony is one of the leaders in the wireless headphone and earbud market, especially in terms of Active Noise Cancellation technology.
Give feedback
We're constantly perfecting our model
Earbuds or Headphones guides you might be interested in
More comparisons for you
Compare Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro vs. Rode NTH-100M
VS
Compare Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro vs. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2
VS
Compare Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro vs. Sennheiser 560S
VS
Compare Sony WF1000XM4 vs. JBL Live Beam 3
VS
Compare Sony WF1000XM4 vs. JBL Live Buds 3
VS
Compare Sony WF1000XM4 vs. JBL Live Flex 3
VS
FAQs
FAQs about earbuds and headphones
Why trust us
This information was produced and vetted by the PerfectRec earbuds & headphones team. We are a product research and recommendation organization that meticulously reviews and evaluates the latest earbuds or headphones information and makes it digestible for you.
By the numbers
108
Earbuds and headphones evaluated
11,340
Earbuds and headphones stats compiled
15
Proprietary Earbuds and headphones ratings developed
122,900
Recommendations made
18,435
Consumer hours saved
About the Earbuds or Headphones team
Joe Golden, Ph.D
CEO and Earbuds and Headphones Editor
Joe is an entrepreneur and lifelong electronics enthusiast with a Ph.D in Economics from the University of Michigan.
Jason Lew
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Jason is a staff expert and software engineer that has been making laptop recommendations for 7 years and moderates one of the largest laptop subreddits.
Chandradeep Chowdhury
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Chandradeep is a staff expert and software engineer and expert in televisions and monitors. He’s been making monitor recommendations for ten years.
Luis Torres
Earbuds and Headphones Expert
Luis is a Mexico-based headphones expert. He’s been making headphone recommendations for five years and has close to 100 pairs in his personal collection.
Featured in
