Apple has just introduced the airpods 4 featuring two versions For the First Time The Standard model and one with active noise cancellation this marks a major leap bringing ANC to an open ear design something not commonly seen in earbuds as the successors of the airpods 3 they come with upgraded comfort and performance meanwhile Samsung's Galaxy buds 3 Pro also aims to impress with its angular stem style design and AI powered noise cancellation to today we're comparing these two top tier earbuds to see which delivers the best sound noise control and overall user experience let's kick things off with design and fit the airpods 4 look familiar yet refined featuring a smaller lighter charging case and a more secure fit thanks to Apple's Advanced modeling of ear shapes but here's the kicker they're available in two versions with the pricee model offering active noise cancellation in an open ear design a first for apple on the other hand Samsung has switched things up with the Galaxy buds 3 Pro these earbuds adopt a stem style design like the airpods pro but with a more angular look they feel snug and include silicone ear tips for a more customized inear fit ideal for those who prioritize noise isolation so if you're into a classic apple design the airpods 4 might win you over but if you want a more more personalized fit with added control surfaces the buds 3 Pro brings the heat both Apple and Samsung claim huge improvements in sound quality this year and it shows the airpods 4 equipped with Apple's H2 chip deliver improved sound through a new acoustic architecture and low Distortion driver but what truly elevates the experience is personalized spatial audio with dynamic head tracking which immerses you in movies music or games like never before Samsung's Galaxy buds 3 Pro meanwhile bring dual drivers to the table a 10. live bomeo Dynamic driver and a 6. meter planer driver this setup delivers Rich nuanced audio with Punchy bass and clear highs plus with support for Samsung seamless codec you get 24-bit talker 96 khz audio on Samsung devices though nons Samsung Android users will have to settle for AAC and SBC codec when it comes to immersive AIO Apple's head tracking and spatial audio are tough to beat however for overall richness and depth especially on Samsung devices the buds 3 Pro holds its own Apple takes a bold step this year by offering a ANC in an open ear design with the higher end airpods 4 it's an intriguing move since ANC without silicone tips is tricky to pull off Apple's Advanced computational Audio powered by the H2 chip Works alongside upgraded microphones to reduce background noise whether it's city streets or airplane engines Apple claims its system adapts dynamically to different environments with transparency mode and adaptive audio the airpods 4 automatically adjust to let in important sounds like voices when needed Samsung on the other hand delivers robust ANC with a more traditional inar seal on the buds 3 Pro the Dual driver setup combined with AI powered adaptive noise cancellation does a solid job of cutting out unwanted noise though it isn't as aggressive as some competitors like the airpods pro or Bose's quiet Comfort earbuds the Galaxy buds 3 Pro also feature Ambient sound mode but it can introduce some hiss and doesn't quite match Apple's natural sounding transparency mode battery life is always a key factor and both Apple and Samsung bring respectable numbers to the table the airpods 4 gives you up to 30 hours of Total battery life with the case which Now features USBC charging finally catching up to Industry standards plus if you opt for thec model the case supports wireless charging and comes with a speaker for find my tracking perfect for anyone who tends to misplace their earbuds the Galaxy buds 3 Pro offers slightly less battery life with up to 6 hours of playback on a single charge with ANC on and 20 additional hours from the case while that might sound underwhelming compared to Apple's offering keep in mind that Samsung's earbuds pack a lot of power into a small smaller waterproof case with ip57 rated earbuds when it comes to ecosystem integration both Brands Excel but in different ways the airpods 4 powered by the H2 chip makes Siri smarter than ever you can now respond to Siri notifications with simple head gestures nod for yes shake for no Additionally the airpods 4 bring features like voice isolation for clearer calls and support for Apple's seamless ecosystem so if you're already using an iPhone Mac or iPad these will slot right in with ease Samsung isn't left in the dust though the Galaxy buds 3 Pro works best within the Samsung ecosystem bringing AI features like real-time translation Through The Interpreter app and listening mode for translated lectures however those perks are exclusive to Samsung users non-samsung Android users still get solid support but miss out on the full feature set both the airpods 4 and Galaxy buds 3 Pro bring significant upgrades with apple pushing ANC into a new open ear territory and Samsung refining its dual driver audio setup your choice ultimately comes down to fit features and ecosystem for those who love seamless integration with iOS and crave spatial audio the airpods 4 shine but if you're a Samsung user seeking top-notch sound and durability the Galaxy buds 3 Pro offers plenty to love thanks for watching our video like comment and share with your friends if you find this video helpful subscribe to our Channel if you want more videos like this on your feed [Music]