Three different philosophies, three radically different designs, and three styles were designed to conquer users worldwide. However, this competition is a good thing because it forces companies to constantly think of ways to outperform their rivals and offer something that demonstrates the superiority of their designs.
The Sony LinkBuds, the Apple AirPods 3, and the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro will be analyzed in detail in this comparison: noise cancellation, battery life, sensors, and more.
These three headphones aim to be the best in the business. It’s not as simple as that. The following table provides an in-depth comparison of each model’s most important features.
Specification
| Sony LinkBuds | AirPods 3 | Galaxy Buds Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHECK PRICE | CHECK PRICE | CHECK PRICE | |
| Brand | Sony | Apple | Samsung |
| Type | In-Ear | In-Ear | In-Ear |
| Weight (g) | 4.00 | 4.28 | 6.30 |
| Released | Feb 15, 2022 | Oct 18, 2021 | Jan 15, 2021 |
| Colors | white, Gray | White | Black, Purple |
| IP certification | IPX4 | IPX4 | IPX7 |
| ANC | No | No | Yes |
| Adaptive equalization | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Spatial audio | No | Yes | Yes |
| Position sensors | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Voice detection | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | 5.5 hours | 6 hours | 5 hours |
| Case battery | 12 hours | 30 hours | 20 hours |
| Charging Port | USB Type-C | Proprietary | USB Type-C |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Codec | SBC,AAC | SBC,AAC | SBC,AAC |
| App | Yes | Yes | Yes |
You don’t have to squeeze your head in order to fully understand the differences between each model. Each company’s strategy is obvious with just a quick glance; there is something for everyone.
First and foremost, there are the Sony LinkBuds, which feature an entirely new form factor. These headphones are incredibly light, it has to be said (4.1 grams). The ring-shaped earpiece that rests on the ear rather than in the ear canal is what makes them unique. The LinkBuds’ design has a rationale: listening to music while being aware of one’s surroundings is the goal.
The AirPods 3 are noticeably smaller than their predecessors. As a result, the headphones’ heads have a more rounded shape without the controversial silicone pads that some users have criticised. headphones that only weigh 4.28 grams.
The unique bean shape makes the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro stand out. With a silicone rubber backing, these earbuds are not only comfortable, but they also ensure a tight seal around the ear. The Galaxy Buds Pro weigh 6.3 grams per earphone, which is heavier than they appear to be.
Durability
Headphones are designed to be with you throughout the day, so they must be capable of resisting water and other elements.
As an example, the IPX4 certification is found on the Sony LinkBuds and the Apple AirPod 3s, but not on the AirPods 3. If you’re looking for a pair of water-resistant headphones, look no further than the Samsung Galay Buds Pro, which have the IPX7 certification. They are not suitable for use in the water, such as surfing or diving.
Sound
We enter to examine one of the comparison’s deciding factors. Is there a difference in sound between these three models? Let’s find out.
The Sony LinkBuds provide superior sound quality, with special attention paid to the treble and, thanks to DSEE technology, restoring compressed files to achieve the best results. In general, its sound could be described as balanced.
The AirPods 3, on the other hand, have managed to distribute the sound more evenly than their predecessor, taking more care of both the bass and the treble. The AirPods 3 also use computational audio to achieve the best possible sound based on outside noise.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro are the headphones in this comparison that have a more “limited” sound. Don’t get us wrong: the treble and bass are both reproduced correctly, and there is no point where they particularly trail, though they also don’t stand out. Nonetheless, noise cancellation gives the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro a competitive advantage.
In terms of sound, the LinkBuds and AirPods 3 are superior to the Galaxy Buds Pro.
Features
In addition to the way each model sounds, we must also think about the different functions that these headphones have and how they can improve the sound.
One example is that the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro can block out noise. But all three models have adaptive equalisation, but the AirPods 3 are the best in this area because they use computational audio.
Both the AirPods 3 and the Galaxy Buds Pro have spatial audio, which makes it seem like the sound is coming from all around your head.
The other things that all three headphones have in common are position sensors and voice detection, which stop the music when they hear your voice. It makes sense? Yes. Does it help? If you like to talk to yourself or sing along to songs, not much.
App support
Battery
Battery life is very important for these types of devices. You can have peace of mind that the headphones won’t run out of power if you always carry the charging case with you, but it can be annoying to have to charge them every few hours.
As the table shows, all three headphones have the same amount of autonomy. The AirPods 3 can play music for up to 6 hours straight, and with the case, they can play for up to 30 hours.
Second place goes to the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, which can last for 5 hours on their own and up to 20 hours with the case. But these numbers were taken with noise cancellation turned on, so if you don’t use it all the time, you can get a longer battery life.
Last are the Sony LinkBuds, which can play music for 5.5 hours straight or 12 hours with the case.
By the way, both the Apple AirPods 3 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro can be charged wirelessly.
Connectivity
When you’re dealing with brands that are so different from each other, it’s interesting to see how the headphones work with the other devices.
First of all, we have to say that the Bluetooth version is better than the Sony LinkBuds, but that’s not a big deal. But compatibility is one area where we need to spend more time. We already knew that Apple and Samsung were
Let’s see, the Sony LinkBuds are the only headphones in the comparison that can be used on any device and still give the full performance. All of its features can be used by people with Android and iOS.
The third AirPod? You should really get an iPhone. But what really got our attention was that the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro don’t work with Apple devices and can only be used fully on Samsung devices. Most of its features can be used on Android, but not all of them.
Apple and Samsung’s tendency to be “sectarian” can hurt them both, since it makes the versatility of the LinkBuds stand out.
Which is better!
It is really hard to choose just one headset. The main reason is that both Apple and Samsung want their phones to work with each other. So, we’ll show you a few situations and tell you what to do in each one.
If you have an iPhone, choosing the AirPods 3 is the best thing you can do: good price, audio processing, and you will use it to its fullest…
On the other hand, if you use an Android phone, like a Samsung, to loop the loop, your pocket will have the last word. The sound isn’t as good on the Galaxy Buds Pro, but they have noise cancellation. Yes, they are more expensive. On the other hand, Sony LinkBuds cost less and have better sound.
