AirPods Pro 2 vs Galaxy BUDS3 Pro
Decision sheet: the facts that decide it
AirPods Pro 2: 6 of 8 decision facts sourced.
Galaxy Buds3 Pro: 5 of 8 decision facts sourced.
| AirPods Pro 2 | Galaxy Buds3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Price today | $33.99 | $98 |
| Noise cancelling | Active Noise Cancellation support.apple.com | Yes bestbuy.com |
| Battery life | 6 hours support.apple.com | 6 hours bestbuy.com |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 support.apple.com | 5.4 bestbuy.com |
| Weight | 5.3 g support.apple.com | 0.02 pounds bestbuy.com |
| Water resistance | IPX4 support.apple.com | Not yet sourced |
| Starting MSRP | $249.99 bestbuy.com | $249.99 bestbuy.com |
Not yet sourced — AirPods Pro 2: Codecs, Multipoint. Galaxy Buds3 Pro: Codecs, Multipoint, Water resistance. No manufacturer, official or retailer source we read publishes these yet; we don't estimate them.
Pick AirPods Pro 2 if
- Lighter — 5.3 g vs 0.02 lb (support.apple.com, bestbuy.com)
Skip both if
- Neither publishes codecs or multipoint yet.
Verdict: Pick AirPods Pro 2 if you need Apple‑centric features, ANC with IPX4 resistance, and a Lightning quick‑charge case. Pick Galaxy Buds3 Pro if you prefer wireless charging, a lighter case, and Android integration. Neither publishes codecs or multipoint yet.
AirPods Pro 2 lists at $33.99 while Galaxy BUDS3 Pro lists at $98 — AirPods Pro 2 undercuts Galaxy BUDS3 Pro by $64.01 (188%).
Winner: AirPods Pro 2
AirPods Pro 2: 7.4/10
Galaxy BUDS3 Pro: 7/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| AirPods Pro 2 | Galaxy BUDS3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Noise cancelling | Active Noise Cancellation | Yes |
| Battery life | 6 hours | 6 hours |
| Quick charge | Lightning | Cable |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Type | In-Ear | In-Ear |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | — |
AirPods Pro 2
What works
- 6 hours of playback with ANC on
- IPX4 water resistance
What doesn't
- Lightning quick‑charge only (no wireless case)
- Ear‑tip set limited to extra‑small size
Galaxy BUDS3 Pro
What works
- 6 hours of playback
What doesn't
- Only one device can be connected at a time
Bottom line
Our pick: AirPods Pro 2.
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