Samsung Galaxy Buds Review: Decent Sound Quality, Just Not For Enthusiasts
July 2, 2020Samsung’s wireless earbuds aims to be the only earphones you will ever need
Type: Wireless
Frequency: AKG Acoustic Specialist Sound
Functionally: Bluetooth v5.0, wireless charging
Colour: White, Black, Yellow
Battery Life: 58 mAh (About 11 Hours)
Earbud Weight: 6g
Case Weight: 40g
Ambient Sound: Yes
Rating: 7/10
Price: RM349.00
Samsung’s Galaxy Buds is the company’s true competitor to Apple’s fabled wireless earphones, the Air Pods. The latter’s polarizing design resemble their wired counterparts, but with the wires cut off. It looks a bit daft, especially when worn by those of us with smaller ears. Thankfully, Samsung’s competitor is far sleeker and blends in well with your outfits.
They bear more than a passing resemblance to a pair of solid earrings, which allow them to blend in well with various girly accessories. And because they are contoured in a practical way, fit like a glove and remain planted to your ear canal. And to cater to varying ear sizes, Samsung also includes an assortment of rubber flaps, to ensure a decent fit near the choncha.
What’s It Like?
On a full charge, they offer close to 6 hours of battery life, which can be extended further when left to charge in the pill shaped case. Once opened, the earbuds pair almost effortlessly, but unsurprisingly, work better on Samsung phones than other Android ones. Somehow, they are optimized to recognize these smartphones and pair with them, instantaneously.
But, regardless of the type of phone, the Galaxy buds maintain a clear and reliable signal, allowing the wearer to receive crystal clear reception of their favorite music. Sound reproduction is decent too, which is to be expected of AKG branded earbuds. They offer clear and unfettered audio, allowing for decent clarity regardless of music genre.
The Buds produce a neutral listening experience, which evidently, puts them at a disadvantage when asked to play bass heavy music. It’s a clear and pleasing experience, but one devoid of bass thumping effects, which is a must for hip & hop and R&B tracks. So, if you are an avid listener of said genres, the Buds+ won’t be to your liking.
A single tap on the centre of either earbud’s touch sensitive surface, pauses your music (answer or end calls). Double tapping, tells your phone to skip to the next track. Sadly though, there are no touch gestures to facilitate replaying a track or returning to a previously played track. It would have been nice to have them, but it’s more of a novelty than a necessity.
The Galaxy Buds’ on board mics do a respectable job at picking up your voice, even when you’re surrounded by a crowd of people. The caller on the other end is usually able to receive coherent responses during a conversation. There are only rare instances when you’d receive poor audio quality, just as long as you keep your phone on your persons.
Should I Buy One?
Like Apple’s Airpods, Samsung’s Galaxy Bud are best suited to general music consumption. They aren’t meant for audiophiles who crave a studio-like experience. Instead, they function just as well as a ‘better than average’ pair of wired earphones. And as such, music that they reproduce will be pleasing to most ears.
Priced at RM349, the Galaxy Buds are a decent pair of wireless earphones. They work well, form a comfortable seal with most ears, and offer decent audio clarity. They are an appealing prospect for those who intend on cutting the cord and embracing the ‘truly’ wireless experience.
