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Apple AirPods Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 SM-R117

What AirPods Pro does better (0) and where Galaxy Buds 2 SM-R117 wins (3) — every spec side by side.

Apple AirPods Pro
Apple · 2021AirPods Pro
4.9Score
0 advantages≈ $130
vs
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 SM-R117
Samsung · 2021Galaxy Buds 2 SM-R117
6.6Score
3 advantages≈ $130
Higher score
7.2Noise control & calls9.3
2.6Battery4.0

Why is AirPods Pro better than Galaxy Buds 2 SM-R117?

AirPods Pro has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Why is Galaxy Buds 2 SM-R117 better than AirPods Pro?

  1. Battery life5 h vs 8 h+60%
  2. Water resistance (IPx)IPx4 vs IPx7+75%
  3. Bluetooth version5 vs 5.2+4%
Specifications

Side by side

Sound
FitIn-earIn-ear
Ear cup design—Closed-back
Driver type—Dynamic
Noise control
Active noise cancellingYesYes
Transparency / ambient modeYes—
Battery & charging
Battery life5 h8 h
Battery life with ANC—5 h
Total with charging case—20 h
Fast charging support—Yes
Wireless charging (case)Yes—
Connectivity
WirelessYesYes
Bluetooth version55.2
Design & build
Earbud weight (each)5.4 g—
Protection ratingIPX4IPX7
Water resistance (IPx)IPx4IPx7
Features
Touch controlsYes—
Hands-free callsYes—
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