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Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 vs Google Pixel Buds 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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Google Pixel Buds Pro

Google Pixel Buds Pro

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 6.2 g per earbud.
  • Bluetooth 5.0 connection.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
KSh 18,000In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 is the better buy: it has better water and dust protection (IP54), lasts longer between charges (up to 24 hours) and is lighter on the head and slimmer.

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4
4.6 g per earbud
Google Pixel Buds Pro
6.2 g per earbud

Connections

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4
Bluetooth 6.1 connection
Google Pixel Buds Pro
Bluetooth 5.0 connection

Fit

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4
Open-fit design
Google Pixel Buds Pro
Silicone ear tips, S/M/L

Two devices

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4
Samsung Auto Switch on compatible Galaxy devices
Google Pixel Buds Pro
Stays connected to two devices

Controls

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4
Touch, pressure/pinch and swipe controls
Google Pixel Buds Pro
Capacitive touch and swipe controls

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4

  • IP54 water and dust resistance (vs IPX4).
  • Longer rated battery life: up to 24 hours (vs 11 hours).
  • Newer Bluetooth 6.1 (vs 5.0).
  • Lighter: 4.6 g each (vs 6.2 g).
  • Slimmer: 18.3 mm thick (vs 22.03 mm).
  • Lower price: KSh 17,000 (vs KSh 18,000).

Google Pixel Buds Pro

  • Supports spatial audio.

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PrioritySamsung Galaxy Buds 4Google Pixel Buds Pro
FitOpen-fit designSilicone ear tips, S/M/L
Weight4.6 g per earbud6.2 g per earbud
Battery lifeUp to 24 hours with the caseUp to 11 hours / 31 hours with case (ANC off)
Two devicesSamsung Auto Switch on compatible Galaxy devicesStays connected to two devices
ConnectionsBluetooth 6.1Bluetooth 5.0
Water resistanceIP54 water and dust resistanceIPX4 water and dust resistance

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Google Pixel Buds Pro
BrandSamsungGoogle
ModelGalaxy Buds 4 (SM-R540)Pixel Buds Pro
Announced20262022
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
Color—Charcoal, Fog, Lemongrass, Coral, Bay, Porcelain

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Google Pixel Buds Pro
Weight4.6g per earbud6.2g per earbud; 62.4g case with earbuds
Dimensions30.5 x 18.3 x 19.3mm per earbud (H x W x D)Earbud 22.33 x 22.03 x 23.72mm; case 63.2 x 50 x 25mm

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Google Pixel Buds 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 11 hours / 31 hours with case (ANC off); 7 hours / 20 hours with case (ANC on)
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C (case)
Wireless ChargingYesYes (Qi case)
Fast Charging—5 minutes provides up to 1 hour

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Google Pixel Buds Pro
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth
BluetoothBluetooth 6.1Bluetooth 5.0
Multipoint ConnectionSamsung Auto Switch on compatible Galaxy devicesYes
ConnectorWireless audio connection—
Cable LengthNo audio cable—
App SupportGalaxy Wearable app; newer Galaxy devices also expose controls in Quick Panel and device settingsGoogle Pixel Buds app on Android

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Google Pixel Buds Pro
Voice AssistantBixbyGoogle Assistant
SensorsAccelerometer, Gyro Sensor, Hall Sensor, Pressure Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Touch Sensor, VPU(Voice Pickup Unit)Capacitive touch, IR proximity, motion accelerometer and gyroscope
Special FeaturesLE Audio; Samsung Find; Neck Stretch ReminderGoogle Fast Pair; Audio Switch; Find My Device

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Google Pixel Buds Pro
Drivers11mm 1-way dynamic driverCustom-designed 11mm dynamic drivers
Audio CodecsAAC, SBC, SSC(Samsung Seamless Codec), SSC-UHQ, LC3—
Active Noise CancellationYesActive Noise Cancellation with Silent Seal
Transparency / Ambient ModeAmbient Sound; Adaptive Noise ControlYes
Spatial AudioSamsung 360 AudioSpatial Audio with head tracking on compatible Pixel devices
Microphones6 microphonesThree microphones per earbud
Audio FeaturesAdaptive EQ; Adaptive ANC; Super Wide BandVolume EQ; five-band EQ; active in-ear pressure relief

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Google Pixel Buds Pro
Case TypeCharging caseCharging case
Case Battery LifeUp to 24 hours total with ANC on; Up to 30 hours total with ANC offIncluded in total battery figures above
Case ChargingUSB-C; wireless chargingUSB-C
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Wireless ChargingYesYes
Case Dimensions51 x 28.3 x 51mm (H x W x D)63.2 x 50 x 25mm
Case Weight45.1g62.4g with earbuds
Case Features515mAh typical batteryProtective charging case

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Google Pixel Buds Pro
ControlsTouch, pressure/pinch and swipe controlsCapacitive touch and swipe controls
Water & Dust ResistanceIP54IPX4 earbuds; IPX2 case
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsOpen-fit designSilicone ear tips, S/M/L

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds 4Google Pixel Buds Pro
Headphones / EarbudsGalaxy Buds 4 earbudsPixel Buds Pro earbuds
Charging CaseCharging caseCharging case
Charging CableUSB-C cable not includedUSB-C charging cable
Audio CableNot includedTrue wireless design
Ear Tips / AccessoriesOpen-fit designSilicone ear tips, S/M/L
DocumentationQuick Start GuideQuick start guide and safety documentation

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

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 is the better buy for almost everyone, with better water and dust protection and longer battery life.

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