Connections
- CMF Buds Pro 2
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Bluetooth 5.4 connection
Headphones comparison
CMF Buds Pro 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  CMF Buds Pro 2
KSh 8,500In Stock | 02  Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
KSh 8,500In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the CMF Buds Pro 2 if you want IP55 water resistance, LDAC hi-res codec support and Spatial Audio Effect. Choose the Samsung Galaxy Buds Core if you want longer battery life (up to 20 hours) and Bluetooth 5.4.
Fit
- CMF Buds Pro 2
- True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Silicone ear tips
Battery life
- CMF Buds Pro 2
- Up to 10 hours
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Up to 20 hours with the case
Controls
- CMF Buds Pro 2
- Touch controls plus Smart Dial case control
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Touch controls
Noise cancellation
- CMF Buds Pro 2
- Active noise cancellation
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Noise cancellation
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
CMF Buds Pro 2
- IP55 water and dust resistance.
- LDAC hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
- Spatial Audio Effect.
- Supports spatial audio.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Longer rated battery life: up to 20 hours.
- Newer Bluetooth 5.4.
What matters most to you?
12 priorities selected.
CMF Buds Pro 2
- True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds.
- Up to 10 hours.
- Touch controls plus Smart Dial case control.
- Active noise cancellation.
- Bluetooth 5.3.
- IP55 water and dust resistance.
- Works with the Nothing X app.
- USB-C (case).
- 11mm bass driver + 6mm micro-planar tweeter.
- Nothing X app.
- Yes.
- Protective charging case.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Silicone ear tips.
- Up to 20 hours with the case.
- Touch controls.
- Noise cancellation for listening.
- Bluetooth 5.4.
- IP54 water and dust resistance.
- Works with the Galaxy Wearable app.
- USB-C.
- 1-way.
- Galaxy Wearable app.
- Ambient Sound.
- 500mAh typical battery.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | CMF Buds Pro 2 | Samsung Galaxy Buds Core |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | CMF | Samsung |
| Model | Buds Pro 2 | Galaxy Buds Core (SM-R410) |
| Announced | 2024 | 2025 |
| Type | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds |
| Color | Official colorways vary by market and selected variant | Official colorways vary by market and selected variant |
Design
| Specification | CMF Buds Pro 2 | Samsung Galaxy Buds Core |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | — | 5.3g per earbud |
| Dimensions | — | 19.2 x 17.1 x 22.2mm per earbud (H x W x D) |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | CMF Buds Pro 2 | Samsung Galaxy Buds Core |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 10 hours; up to 43 hours with charging case (ANC off) | Up to 20 hours total with charging case |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes provides up to 7 hours total | — |
| Charging Port | USB-C (case) | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | No | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | CMF Buds Pro 2 | Samsung Galaxy Buds Core |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Multipoint Connection | Yes | — |
| App Support | Nothing X app | Galaxy Wearable app; newer Galaxy devices also expose controls in Quick Panel and device settings |
| Connector | — | Wireless audio connection |
| Cable Length | — | No audio cable |
Features
| Specification | CMF Buds Pro 2 | Samsung Galaxy Buds Core |
|---|---|---|
| Special Features | Smart Dial case control; Personal Sound; LDAC | Samsung Find |
| Sensors | — | Hall Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Touch Sensor |
Audio
| Specification | CMF Buds Pro 2 | Samsung Galaxy Buds Core |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 11mm bass driver + 6mm micro-planar tweeter | 1-way |
| Audio Codecs | LDAC, AAC, SBC | AAC, SBC, Scalable Codec |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Hybrid ANC up to 50dB | Yes |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes | Ambient Sound |
| Spatial Audio | Spatial Audio Effect | No |
| Microphones | 6 HD microphones with Clear Voice Technology 2.0 | 6 microphones |
| Audio Features | Dirac Opteo; Ultra Bass Technology 2.0; Personal Sound | — |
Charging Case
| Specification | CMF Buds Pro 2 | Samsung Galaxy Buds Core |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | Charging case | Charging case |
| Case Battery Life | Included in the total battery-life figures above | Up to 20 hours total with ANC on; Up to 35 hours total with ANC off |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Features | Protective charging case | 500mAh typical battery |
| Case Dimensions | — | 50.0 x 50.0 x 27.7mm (H x W x D) |
| Case Weight | — | 31.2g |
Design & Controls
| Specification | CMF Buds Pro 2 | Samsung Galaxy Buds Core |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Touch controls plus Smart Dial case control | Touch controls |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP55 earbuds; IPX2 case | IP54 |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | — | Silicone ear tips |
What's in the Box
| Specification | CMF Buds Pro 2 | Samsung Galaxy Buds Core |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | Buds Pro 2 earbuds | Galaxy Buds Core earbuds |
| Charging Case | Charging case | Charging case |
| Charging Cable | USB-C charging cable | USB-C cable not included |
| Audio Cable | True wireless design | Not included |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | Ear tips/accessories supplied for the product design | Three sets of silicone ear tips |
| Documentation | Quick start and safety documentation | Quick Start Guide |
Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both work with a companion app.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both cost KSh 8,500.
In summary
Choose CMF Buds Pro 2 for IP55 water and dust resistance and hi-res Bluetooth audio; Samsung Galaxy Buds Core offers longer rated battery life.
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