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Galaxy Buds 3 vs Sony WF-C710N

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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Galaxy Buds 3

Galaxy Buds 3

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 4.7 g per earbud.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
  • Touch controls for playback and calls.
KSh 13,000In Stock
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Sony WF-C710N

Sony WF-C710N

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
  • Up to 8.5 hours per charge.
KSh 14,500In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Galaxy Buds 3 has better water and dust protection (IP57), lasts longer between charges (up to 24 hours) and has virtual surround sound, while the Sony WF-C710N has an ambient mode to hear your surroundings and offers Ambient Sound Mode, Ambient Sound, Quick Attention.

Connections

Galaxy Buds 3
Bluetooth 5.4 connection
Sony WF-C710N
Bluetooth 5.3 connection

Fit

Galaxy Buds 3
Open-fit design
Sony WF-C710N
Ear tips included

Weight

Galaxy Buds 3
4.7 g per earbud
Sony WF-C710N
About 38 g

Battery life

Galaxy Buds 3
Up to 24 hours with the case
Sony WF-C710N
Up to 8.5 hours per charge

Two devices

Galaxy Buds 3
Samsung Auto Switch on compatible Galaxy devices
Sony WF-C710N
Stays connected to two devices

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Galaxy Buds 3

  • IP57 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
  • Longer rated battery life: up to 24 hours (vs 8.5 hours).
  • Wireless charging.
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).
  • Virtual surround sound.

Sony WF-C710N

  • Ambient Sound Mode, Ambient Sound, Quick Attention.
  • Ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
  • Connects to two devices at once.

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PriorityGalaxy Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
FitOpen-fit designEar tips included
Weight4.7 g per earbudAbout 38 g
Battery lifeUp to 24 hours with the caseUp to 8.5 hours per charge
Two devicesSamsung Auto Switch on compatible Galaxy devicesStays connected to two devices
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth 5.3
Water resistanceIP57 water and dust resistanceIPX4 water and dust resistance

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
BrandSamsungSony
ModelGalaxy Buds 3 (SM-R530)WF-C710N
Announced20242025
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
Color—Black Glass Blue White

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
Weight4.7g per earbudApprox. 1.34 oz
Dimensions18.1 x 20.4 x 31.9mm per earbud (H x W x D)—

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
Battery LifeUp to 5 hours per charge / Up to 24 hours total with ANC on; Up to 6 hours per charge / Up to 30 hours total with ANC offMax. 8.5 hrs (NC ON)/Max. 12 hrs (NC OFF)
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless ChargingYesNo
Charging Time—Approx. 3.5 hrs (USB charging)

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth 5.3
Multipoint ConnectionSamsung Auto Switch on compatible Galaxy devicesYes
ConnectorWireless audio connectionWireless audio connection
Cable LengthNo audio cableNo audio cable
App SupportGalaxy Wearable app; newer Galaxy devices also expose controls in Quick Panel and device settingsSony | Sound Connect
Bluetooth Range—32.81 ft

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
Voice AssistantBixby—
SensorsAccelerometer, Gyro Sensor, Hall Sensor, Pressure Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Touch Sensor, VPU(Voice Pickup Unit)—
Special FeaturesLE Audio; Samsung Find; Neck Stretch ReminderAmbient Sound Mode; multipoint; Sound Connect app

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
Drivers1-way0.2"
Audio CodecsAAC, SBC, SSC(Samsung Seamless Codec), SSC-UHQSBC, AAC
Active Noise CancellationYesYes
Transparency / Ambient ModeNoAmbient Sound Mode, Ambient Sound, Quick Attention
Spatial AudioSamsung 360 Audio—
Microphones6 microphonesBuilt-in microphones
Audio FeaturesAdaptive EQ; Adaptive ANC; Super Wide BandDsee
Frequency Response—20 Hz–20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling)

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
Case TypeCharging caseCharging Case
Case Battery LifeUp to 24 hours total with ANC on; Up to 30 hours total with ANC off—
Case ChargingUSB-C; wireless chargingUSB-C
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Wireless ChargingYesNo
Case Dimensions48.7 x 58.9 x 24.4mm (H x W x D)—
Case Weight46.5gApprox. 1.34 oz
Case Features515mAh typical batteryCharging case; approximate case charge time Approx. 3.5 hrs (USB charging)

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
ControlsTouch, pressure/pinch and swipe controlsVolume control, Quick Attention
Water & Dust ResistanceIP57Yes (IPX4)
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsOpen-fit designEar tips included

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationGalaxy Buds 3Sony WF-C710N
Headphones / EarbudsGalaxy Buds 3 earbudsWF-C710N earbuds
Charging CaseCharging caseCharging Case
Charging CableUSB-C cable not includedUSB Cable
Audio CableNot includedNot included
Ear Tips / AccessoriesOpen-fit designHybrid silicone rubber earbuds
DocumentationQuick Start GuideWarranty Card; Reference guide

Similarities

  • Both have active noise cancellation.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Same connector: wireless audio connection.
  • Both use In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.

In summary

For most buyers the Galaxy Buds 3 is the better buy; the Sony WF-C710N makes sense if you want an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.

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