beyerdynamic AMIRON 100 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro

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AMIRON 100 compared with Galaxy Buds3 Pro
beyerdynamicAMIRON 100SamsungGalaxy Buds3 Pro
Overview
ReleasedNovember 2024July 2024
Sound
TypeIn-earIn-ear
Noise cancellingYesYes
Transparency modeYesYes
Spatial audio with head tracking–Yes
Bluetooth codecsSBC and AACSBC, AAC and Samsung Seamless Codec
DriversDynamic, closed; 20 – 22,000 Hz (datasheet; the product page says 20 – 20,000 Hz); 32 ohms; max. 95 dB SPL; THD < 0.5% at 100 Hz, 500 Hz and 1 kHzEnhanced two-way speaker with a woofer and planar tweeter; independent amplifiers for each driver
Noise cancelling detailActive noise cancelling and transparency modeAdaptive ANC and Adaptive EQ analyse sound from inner and outer microphones to adjust for fit; Adaptive Noise Control balances ANC and Ambient Sound. Voice Detect and Siren Detect are off by default and configurable in Galaxy Wearable.
Audio features5-band equaliser in the beyerdynamic appSSC and SSC-UHQ; up to 24-bit/96 kHz on Galaxy S24 or S23 series, Z Fold6, Z Flip6, Z Fold5, Z Flip5 and Tab S9 series with One UI 6.1.1 or later. LE Audio and Auracast; source and assistant functions require supported Galaxy devices and software. 360 Audio with head tracking requires Galaxy phone or tablet with One UI 3.1 or later, or selected Samsung TVs; support varies by app and content. Direct multi-channel needs One UI 4.1.1 or later.
Hearing health–Neck Stretch Reminder
Battery
Listening time (maker's claim)Up to 6 hoursUp to 6 hours
With the caseUp to 35 hoursUp to 26 hours
Wireless chargingYesYes
Battery life detailUp to 8 hours per charge with noise cancelling off, 6 hours with it on; 27 more hours from the charging case, 35 hours in total (the September 2024 announcement said 19 hours from the case); talk time up to 5 hours (noise cancelling off)Typical capacities of 53 mAh per earbud and 515 mAh for the case; ANC off provides up to 7 hours music or 30 hours including the case. Calls up to 4.5 hours / 20 total with ANC on or 5 hours / 22 total with ANC off. Internal tests used preproduction earbuds and a recent Galaxy phone; results depend on settings and use.
Charging caseUSB-C (USB-A to USB-C cable included) and Qi wireless charging; earbuds charge in under 1 hourTransparent lid; USB-C and wireless charging
Fast charging15 minutes of charging gives 3 hours of use–
Design
Weight (each earbud)4.15 g (better)5.4 g
Water and sweat resistanceIP54IP57
Bluetooth5.35.4
Two devices at onceYes–
ControlsTouch pads for playback, volume, calls, switching noise cancelling and transparency, and the voice assistant; customisable in the app; automatic play and pause when the earbuds are put in or taken outSwipe up/down the blade for volume; pinch for playback and pinch-and-hold for configurable functions. Blade Lights with selectable modes. Fixed voice commands in Korean and English; Bixby voice wake-up.
MicrophonesSix omnidirectional MEMS microphones with noise reduction for callsSix microphones; Voice Pickup Unit; Super Wide Band calls
Fit and ear tipsSilicone ear tips in five sizes (XS, S, M, L, XL); weight 4.15 g per earbud without ear tipThree pairs of silicone ear tips, S, M (fitted) and L; earbud fit test in Galaxy Wearable
Case weight41.57 g46.5 g
Dimensions–Earbuds 18.1 × 19.8 × 33.2 mm; case 48.7 × 58.9 × 24.4 mm (H × W × D as Samsung lists)
Water resistance detailIP54 splash-proof and sweat resistantEarbuds tested in up to 1 m fresh water for up to 30 minutes; not for beach or pool use. Case is not water resistant; dry buds before charging.
Works withBluetooth 5.3 with HFP, A2DP and AVRCP; range 15 m; multipoint; beyerdynamic app for settings and firmware updates (the September 2024 announcement also listed LE Audio and LC3, which the current spec page and datasheet don't)Galaxy Wearable requires Android 10 or later and at least 1.5 GB memory. Basic Bluetooth audio works with other devices. Auto Switch transfers a connection between supported Galaxy devices signed into a Samsung account; Galaxy phones/tablets need One UI 4.1.1 or later, Galaxy Book One UI 6.0 or later, and Galaxy Watch4 or later. TV switching has model/firmware restrictions and only handles calls. Interpreter runs on a compatible Galaxy phone, requires a Samsung account and sometimes a language-pack download; it is not provided by the earbuds themselves.
ColoursBlack, creamSilver; White
In the boxEarbuds, five pairs of silicone ear tips, charging case, USB charging cable, quick start guideEarbuds; charging case; three pairs of ear tips; USB cable; quick start guide

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