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Samsung Galaxy Buds Core vs Redmi Buds 4 Pro

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

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Samsung Galaxy Buds Core

Samsung Galaxy Buds Core

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • 5.3 g per earbud.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
  • Touch controls for everyday use.
KSh 8,500In Stock
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Redmi Buds 4 Pro

Redmi Buds 4 Pro

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • Up to 36 hours with the case.
  • Bluetooth connection.
  • Touch controls for everyday use.
  • 5 mins charge = 2 hours playback.
KSh 8,000In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Redmi Buds 4 Pro offers up to 36 hours with the charging case and has hi-res Bluetooth audio, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds Core has an ambient mode to hear your surroundings and virtual surround sound.

Fit

Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
Silicone ear tips
Redmi Buds 4 Pro
True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds

Battery life

Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
Up to 20 hours with the case
Redmi Buds 4 Pro
Up to 36 hours with the case

Controls

Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
Touch controls
Redmi Buds 4 Pro
Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes

Noise cancellation

Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
Noise cancellation
Redmi Buds 4 Pro
Up to 43dB Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation

Connections

Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
Bluetooth 5.4
Redmi Buds 4 Pro
Bluetooth

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Core

  • Virtual surround sound.
  • Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2022).
  • Ambient mode to hear your surroundings.

Redmi Buds 4 Pro

  • Rated for up to 36 hours in total with the charging case (vs 20).
  • LDAC hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
  • Lower price: KSh 8,000 (vs KSh 8,500).
  • Hi-Res Audio certified.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PrioritySamsung Galaxy Buds CoreRedmi Buds 4 Pro
FitSilicone ear tipsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
Battery lifeUp to 20 hours with the caseUp to 36 hours with the case
ControlsTouch controlsTouch controls for playback, calls and listening modes
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth
Water resistanceIP54 water and dust resistanceIP54 water and dust resistance
SoftwareWorks with the Galaxy Wearable appWorks with the Xiaomi Earbuds app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds CoreRedmi Buds 4 Pro
BrandSamsungRedmi
ModelGalaxy Buds Core (SM-R410)Buds 4 Pro
Announced20252022
TypeTrue Wireless In-Ear EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds CoreRedmi Buds 4 Pro
Weight5.3g per earbud—
Dimensions19.2 x 17.1 x 22.2mm per earbud (H x W x D)—

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds CoreRedmi Buds 4 Pro
Battery LifeUp to 20 hours total with charging caseUp to 9 hours; up to 36 hours with charging case
Charging PortUSB-CType-C
Fast Charging—5 mins charge = 2 hours playback

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds CoreRedmi Buds 4 Pro
ConnectionBluetoothBluetooth
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4v5.3 (Ultra-low latency)
ConnectorWireless audio connection—
Cable LengthNo audio cable—
App SupportGalaxy Wearable app; newer Galaxy devices also expose controls in Quick Panel and device settingsXiaomi Earbuds App

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds CoreRedmi Buds 4 Pro
SensorsHall Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Touch Sensor—
Special FeaturesSamsung FindHi-Res Audio Wireless; dual-device connectivity

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds CoreRedmi Buds 4 Pro
Drivers1-way10mm aluminium-alloy dynamic driver + 6mm titanium-diaphragm driver
Audio CodecsAAC, SBC, Scalable CodecLDAC, AAC, SBC
Active Noise CancellationYesUp to 43dB Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation
Transparency / Ambient ModeAmbient Sound—
Spatial AudioNo—
Microphones6 microphones3-mic system per earbud for ENC call>
Frequency Response—20Hz – 40kHz
Impedance—24Ω

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds CoreRedmi Buds 4 Pro
Case TypeCharging caseCharging case
Case Battery LifeUp to 20 hours total with ANC on; Up to 35 hours total with ANC offIncluded in the total battery-life figures above
Case ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Dimensions50.0 x 50.0 x 27.7mm (H x W x D)—
Case Weight31.2g—
Case Features500mAh typical batteryProtective charging case

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds CoreRedmi Buds 4 Pro
ControlsTouch controlsTouch controls for playback, calls and listening modes
Water & Dust ResistanceIP54IP54 Dust and Water Resistant
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsSilicone ear tips—

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Buds CoreRedmi Buds 4 Pro
Headphones / EarbudsGalaxy Buds Core earbudsBuds 4 Pro earbuds
Charging CaseCharging caseCharging case
Charging CableUSB-C cable not includedUSB-C charging cable
Audio CableNot includedTrue wireless design
Ear Tips / AccessoriesThree sets of silicone ear tipsEar tips/accessories supplied for the product design
DocumentationQuick Start GuideQuick start and safety documentation

Similarities

  • Both are rated IP54.
  • Both work with a companion app.
  • Both have active noise cancellation.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

For most buyers the Redmi Buds 4 Pro is the better buy; the Samsung Galaxy Buds Core makes sense if you want an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.

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