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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro offer high-quality sound and noise cancellation, making them ideal for immersive listening experiences and use in noisy environments, but their higher price reflects these premium features. On the other hand, the Soundcore P20i may not match the sound quality and noise cancellation of the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, but they are more budget-friendly, still offering satisfactory audio for casual listening. If active noise cancellation and superior sound are priorities and within your budget, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro would be the better choice. However, if you're looking for a more affordable option for everyday use, the Soundcore P20i will likely serve you well. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
- Very good for music
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for exercise
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore P20i
- The Soundcore P20i has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.
Key differences
Music
8.0
6.4
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for music, while the Soundcore P20i is only fair.
Gaming
8.3
7.3
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for gaming, while the Soundcore P20i is good.
Phone Calls
7.0
5.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for phone calls, while the Soundcore P20i is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.4
4.7
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore P20i is poor.
TV and Video
7.7
7.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and Soundcore P20i are both good for TV and video, though the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
9.1
6.5
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the Soundcore P20i is only fair.
Battery
4.8 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life. The Soundcore P20i has 9 hours of battery life.
Cost
$188
$30
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The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a price of $188 and the Soundcore P20i costs $30.
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Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and Soundcore P20i both have excellent build quality.
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How the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and the Soundcore P20i compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro | Soundcore P20i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$188 | $30 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.1/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.1/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 4.8 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.1 Hours | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 12 | 20 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 9.1/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 4.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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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."
Soundcore P20i
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Critic Reviewer
Ranbir Sen | May 2023
"I would recommend the Soundcore P20i Earbuds to everyone who loves music and would like to own comfortable pair of earbuds with a great range of sound quality. I would recommend users who buy this device use the right comfortable ear tips as per your ear design."
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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 Soundcore
Soundcore is a sub-brand belonging to Anker Innovations. Starting in 2014, initially marketing wireless, Bluetooth, speakers, Anker now offers an array of, budget-friendly, wireless earbuds and headphones that directly compete, especially in the Active Noise Canceling field, with other brands several times as expensive.
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