Weight
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- 5.3 g per earbud
- Soundcore P41i
- About 5 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
Samsung Galaxy Buds Core vs Soundcore P41i
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
KSh 8,500In Stock | 02  Soundcore P41i
KSh 9,400In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Soundcore P41i is the stronger choice: it offers up to 192 hours with the charging case and has better water and dust protection (IPX5), while the Samsung Galaxy Buds Core only has virtual surround sound.
Connections
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Bluetooth 5.4 connection
- Soundcore P41i
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Fit
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Silicone ear tips
- Soundcore P41i
- Replaceable silicone ear tips
Battery life
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Up to 20 hours with the case
- Soundcore P41i
- Listed playback: 192 hours with the case
Controls
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Touch controls
- Soundcore P41i
- Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
- Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).
- Virtual surround sound.
Soundcore P41i
- IPX5 water and dust resistance (vs IP54).
- Rated for up to 192 hours in total with the charging case (vs 20).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Samsung Galaxy Buds Core | Soundcore P41i |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Silicone ear tips | Replaceable silicone ear tips |
| Weight | 5.3 g per earbud | About 5 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 20 hours with the case | Listed playback: 192 hours with the case |
| Controls | Touch controls | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IP54 water and dust resistance | IPX5 water and dust resistance |
| Software | Works with the Galaxy Wearable app | Works with the Soundcore app |
| Case charging | USB-C | USB-C receptacle input 5V2.4A |
| Drivers | 1-way | 11mm composite drivers |
| App support | Galaxy Wearable app | Soundcore app |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Ambient Sound | Yes |
| Case features | 500mAh typical battery | 3000mAh case |
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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 Soundcore P41i is the better buy; the Samsung Galaxy Buds Core makes sense if you want virtual surround sound.
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