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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for portability and convenience in a smaller form factor, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro could be the better option — they're wireless earbuds that easily fit in your pocket. They are suitable for quick commutes and workouts but may compromise on battery life compared to over-ear models. On the other hand, the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones offer superior noise cancellation, comfort for longer usage, and often better sound quality, ideal for immersive experiences in music or movies; however, they are bulkier and may not be as convenient to carry around. The choice between these will depend on your priority: portability and price with the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro or superior sound and noise cancellation with the Sony WH-1000XM5, which typically comes at a higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Good for exercise
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Sony WH-1000XM5
- The Sony WH-1000XM5 has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.
Key differences
Gaming
8.3
5.6
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for gaming, while the Sony WH-1000XM5 is poor.
Phone Calls
7.0
5.5
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for phone calls, while the Sony WH-1000XM5 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.4
6.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Sony WH-1000XM5 is only fair.
TV and Video
7.7
5.8
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for TV and video, while the Sony WH-1000XM5 is poor.
Battery
4.8 Hours
40.3 Hours
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life. The Sony WH-1000XM5 has 40.3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$188
$398
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The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a price of $188 and the Sony WH-1000XM5 costs $398.
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Key similarities
Music
8.0
8.2
The Sony WH-1000XM5 and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both very good for music.
Noise Reduction
9.1
9.1
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and Sony WH-1000XM5 are both excellent for noise reduction.
Build Quality
9.0
8.8
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro to have excellent build quality, while the Sony WH-1000XM5 has very good build quality.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$188 | $398 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.1/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.1/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 4.8 Hours | 40.3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.1 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 12 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 249.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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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."
Sony WH-1000XM5
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Kazi Mahbub Mutakabbir | February 2023
"The Sony WH-1000XM5 are the best Sony Bluetooth headphones so far and one of the most well-rounded Bluetooth headphones around. Look no further if you need class-leading ANC with a mostly inoffensive sound signature. Just be ready to pony up the price premium."
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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.
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