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Audio Technica ATH-TWX7 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 SM-R117

What ATH-TWX7 does better (2) and where Galaxy Buds 2 SM-R117 wins (2) — every spec side by side.

Audio Technica ATH-TWX7
Audio Technica · 2023ATH-TWX7
6.8Score
2 advantages≈ $130
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 SM-R117
Samsung · 2021Galaxy Buds 2 SM-R117
6.6Score
2 advantages≈ $130
7.2Noise control & calls9.3
5.0Battery4.0

Why is ATH-TWX7 better than Galaxy Buds 2 SM-R117?

  1. Battery life with ANC6.5 h vs 5 h+30%
  2. Total with charging case24 h vs 20 h+20%

Why is Galaxy Buds 2 SM-R117 better than ATH-TWX7?

  1. Water resistance (IPx)IPx4 vs IPx7+75%
  2. Battery life7.5 h vs 8 h+7%
Specifications

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Sound
FitIn-earIn-ear
Ear cup designClosed-backClosed-back
Driver typeDynamicDynamic
Driver size5.8 mm—
Lowest frequency10 Hz—
Highest frequency40,000 Hz—
Impedance16 Ω—
Sensitivity100 dB—
Hi-Res AudioYes—
Adjustable equaliserYes—
Noise control
Active noise cancellingYesYes
Transparency / ambient modeYes—
Battery & charging
Battery life7.5 h8 h
Battery life with ANC6.5 h5 h
Total with charging case24 h20 h
Charging time1.5 h—
Fast charging support—Yes
Wireless charging (case)Yes—
Connectivity
WirelessYesYes
Bluetooth version5.15.2
Bluetooth codecsLDAC, AAC, SBC—
Hi-res codec (LDAC / aptX HD / LHDC)Yes—
aptXNo—
LDACYes—
Multipoint (two devices)Yes—
USB-CYes—
Design & build
Earbud weight (each)4.7 g—
Protection ratingIPX4IPX7
Water resistance (IPx)IPx4IPx7
Features
Touch controlsYes—
Hands-free callsYes—
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