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Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) vs Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro SM-R190

What AirPods (3rd Gen) does better (0) and where Galaxy Buds Pro SM-R190 wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
Apple · 2021AirPods (3rd Gen)
4.6Score
0 advantages≈ $140
vs
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro SM-R190
6.1Score
1 advantage≈ $160
Higher score
3.6Battery3.2

Why is AirPods (3rd Gen) better than Galaxy Buds Pro SM-R190?

AirPods (3rd Gen) has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Why is Galaxy Buds Pro SM-R190 better than AirPods (3rd Gen)?

  1. Water resistance (IPx)IPx4 vs IPx7+75%
Specifications

Side by side

Sound
FitSemi-in-ear (open)In-ear
Number of drivers—1
Noise control
Active noise cancelling—Yes
Battery & charging
Battery life6 h6 h
Battery life with ANC—5 h
Quick charge (claimed)—5 min → 1 h
Fast charging support—Yes
Wireless charging (case)Yes—
Connectivity
WirelessYesYes
Bluetooth version55
Smart & streaming
Companion app—Yes
Design & build
Earbud weight (each)4.3 g—
Protection ratingIPX4IPX7
Water resistance (IPx)IPx4IPx7
Features
Touch controlsYesYes
Hands-free callsYes—
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