Weight
- Beats Studio Buds +
- 5 g per earbud
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- 5.4 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
Beats Studio Buds + vs Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Beats Studio Buds +
KSh 17,800In Stock | 02  Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
KSh 18,500In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro has better water and dust protection (IP57) and lasts longer between charges (up to 26 hours), while the Beats Studio Buds + is slimmer.
Fit
- Beats Studio Buds +
- Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- Silicone ear tips
Controls
- Beats Studio Buds +
- Multifunction button on each earbud
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- Touch, pressure/pinch and swipe controls
Connections
- Beats Studio Buds +
- Class 1 Bluetooth
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- Bluetooth 5.4
Water resistance
- Beats Studio Buds +
- IPX4 water and dust resistance
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- IP57 water and dust resistance
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Beats Studio Buds +
- Slimmer: 15 mm thick (vs 18.1 mm).
- Lower price: KSh 17,800 (vs KSh 18,500).
- Supports Dolby Atmos and spatial audio.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- IP57 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
- Longer rated battery life: up to 26 hours (vs 9 hours).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Beats Studio Buds + | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Silicone ear tips, XS/S/M/L | Silicone ear tips |
| Weight | 5 g per earbud | 5.4 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 9 hours / 36 hours with case (ANC off) | Up to 26 hours with the case |
| Controls | Multifunction button on each earbud | Touch, pressure/pinch and swipe controls |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Class 1 Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Water resistance | IPX4 water and dust resistance | IP57 water and dust resistance |
| Software | Works with the Beats app | Works with the Galaxy Wearable app |
| Case charging | USB-C | USB-C, wireless charging |
| Spatial audio | Spatial audio for Dolby Atmos | Samsung 360 Audio |
| App support | Beats app on Android, native Apple integration | Galaxy Wearable app |
| Voice assistant | Hands-free Siri, configurable Android voice assistant | Bixby |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Yes | Ambient Sound |
| Case features | Charging case | 515mAh typical battery |
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Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both work with a companion app.
- Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
In summary
For most buyers the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro is the better buy; the Beats Studio Buds + makes sense if you want a slimmer build.
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