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Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro

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

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Samsung Galaxy Buds 4

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 4.6 g per earbud.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
  • Touch controls for playback and calls.
KSh 17,000In Stock
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro

Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 5.4 g per earbud.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
  • Touch controls for playback and calls.
KSh 18,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro has better water and dust protection (IP57), while the Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 is lighter on the head.

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4
4.6 g per earbud
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
5.4 g per earbud

Connections

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4
Bluetooth 6.1 connection
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
Bluetooth 5.4 connection

Water resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4
IP54 rating
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
IP57 rating

Fit

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4
Open-fit design
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
Silicone ear tips

Battery life

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4
Up to 24 hours with the case
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
Up to 26 hours with the case

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4

  • Newer Bluetooth 6.1 (vs 5.4).
  • Lighter: 4.6 g each (vs 5.4 g).
  • Newer model: released in 2026 (vs 2024).
  • Lower price: KSh 17,000 (vs KSh 18,500).

Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro

  • IP57 water and dust resistance (vs IP54).

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PrioritySamsung Galaxy Buds 4Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
FitOpen-fit designSilicone ear tips
Weight4.6 g per earbud5.4 g per earbud
Battery lifeUp to 24 hours with the caseUp to 26 hours with the case
ConnectionsBluetooth 6.1Bluetooth 5.4
Water resistanceIP54 water and dust resistanceIP57 water and dust resistance
Drivers11mm 1-way dynamic driver10.5mm dynamic driver + 6.1mm planar driver

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
BrandSamsungSamsung
ModelGalaxy Buds 4 (SM-R540)Galaxy Buds 3 Pro (SM-R630)
Announced20262024
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
Weight4.6g per earbud5.4g per earbud
Dimensions30.5 x 18.3 x 19.3mm per earbud (H x W x D)18.1 x 19.8 x 33.2mm per earbud (H x W x D)

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
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 offUp to 6 hours per charge / Up to 26 hours total with ANC on; Up to 7 hours per charge / Up to 30 hours total with ANC off
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless ChargingYesYes

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth
BluetoothBluetooth 6.1Bluetooth 5.4
Multipoint ConnectionSamsung Auto Switch on compatible Galaxy devices—
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 settingsGalaxy Wearable app; newer Galaxy devices also expose controls in Quick Panel and device settings

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
Voice AssistantBixbyBixby
SensorsAccelerometer, Gyro Sensor, Hall Sensor, Pressure Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Touch Sensor, VPU(Voice Pickup Unit)Accelerometer, Gyro Sensor, Hall Sensor, Pressure Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Touch Sensor, VPU(Voice Pickup Unit)
Special FeaturesLE Audio; Samsung Find; Neck Stretch ReminderGalaxy AI Interpreter; 24-bit Samsung Seamless Codec; blade controls

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
Drivers11mm 1-way dynamic driver10.5mm dynamic driver + 6.1mm planar driver
Audio CodecsAAC, SBC, SSC(Samsung Seamless Codec), SSC-UHQ, LC3—
Active Noise CancellationYesYes
Transparency / Ambient ModeAmbient Sound; Adaptive Noise ControlAmbient Sound
Spatial AudioSamsung 360 AudioSamsung 360 Audio
Microphones6 microphones6 microphones
Audio FeaturesAdaptive EQ; Adaptive ANC; Super Wide Band—

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
Case TypeCharging caseCharging case
Case Battery LifeUp to 24 hours total with ANC on; Up to 30 hours total with ANC offUp to 26 hours total with ANC on; Up to 30 hours total with ANC off
Case ChargingUSB-C; wireless chargingUSB-C; wireless charging
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Wireless ChargingYesYes
Case Dimensions51 x 28.3 x 51mm (H x W x D)48.7 x 58.9 x 24.4mm (H x W x D)
Case Weight45.1g46.5g
Case Features515mAh typical battery515mAh typical battery

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
ControlsTouch, pressure/pinch and swipe controlsTouch, pressure/pinch and swipe controls
Water & Dust ResistanceIP54IP57
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsOpen-fit designSilicone ear tips

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
Headphones / EarbudsGalaxy Buds 4 earbudsGalaxy Buds 3 Pro earbuds
Charging CaseCharging caseCharging case
Charging CableUSB-C cable not includedUSB-C cable not included
Audio CableNot includedNot included
Ear Tips / AccessoriesOpen-fit designThree sets of silicone ear tips
DocumentationQuick Start GuideQuick Start Guide

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 Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 makes sense if you want a lighter fit.

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