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Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro · Photo source

Samsung · Galaxy Buds

Galaxy Buds3 Pro

Released July 2024

In-ear wireless earbuds with a two-way speaker, adaptive noise control and additional features for compatible Galaxy devices.

Model history · 2 models, 2022–2024
  1. 2022Galaxy Buds2 ProCompare
  2. 2024Galaxy Buds3 Pro
Type
In-ear
Noise cancelling
Yes
Battery
6 h
With case
26 h
Best codec
Samsung Seamless Codec
Weight
5.4 g

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the detailed, lively sound and useful features for Galaxy owners, while noting ecosystem restrictions. Noise-cancelling verdicts differ; TechRadar finds it highly effective, whereas SoundGuys finds it behind rivals and the Buds2 Pro. What Hi-Fi? finds the sound slightly brash and dynamically limited, and TechRadar reports difficulty removing the ear tips.

From soundguys.com, whathifi.com and techradar.com

Specifications

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Sound

Type
In-ear
Noise cancelling
Yes
Transparency mode
Yes
Spatial audio with head tracking
Yes
Bluetooth codecs
SBC, AAC and Samsung Seamless Codec
Drivers
Enhanced two-way speaker with a woofer and planar tweeter; independent amplifiers for each driver
Noise cancelling detail
Adaptive 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 features
SSC 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 hours
With the case
Up to 26 hours
Wireless charging
Yes
Battery life detail
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 case
Transparent lid; USB-C and wireless charging

Design

Weight (each earbud)
5.4 g
Water and sweat resistance
IP57
Bluetooth
5.4
Controls
Swipe 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.
Microphones
Six microphones; Voice Pickup Unit; Super Wide Band calls
Fit and ear tips
Three pairs of silicone ear tips, S, M (fitted) and L; earbud fit test in Galaxy Wearable
Case weight
46.5 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 detail
Earbuds 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 with
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.
Colours
Silver; White
In the box
Earbuds; charging case; three pairs of ear tips; USB cable; quick start guide

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Two-way speakers with separate amplifiers
  • IP57-rated earbuds
  • USB-C and wireless case charging

Cons

  • High-resolution audio needs a compatible Galaxy device
  • No Galaxy Wearable app for iPhone
  • Charging case is not water resistant

Closest rivals

Model
TypeNoise cancellingBatteryWith caseBest codecWeightReleased
beyerdynamicAMIRON 100
In-earYes6 h35 hAAC4.15 gNov 2024
Bowers & WilkinsPi8
In-earYes6.5 h20 haptX Lossless7 gAug 2024
SonyLinkBuds Fit
In-earYes5.5 h21 hLC34.9 gOct 2024

Previous model: Galaxy Buds2 Pro. Newer model: Galaxy Buds4 Pro.

Sources

  1. samsung.com/uk/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaaeua
  2. samsungmobilepress.com/articles/samsung-announces-global-availability-of-latest…

Photo: images.samsung.com

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