Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3
A solid mid-range pick in the wireless earphones line-up, with 7 hours up front.
56/100
7 hours30 hoursIPX75.3in-ear
£77.00best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Active noise cancelling
- USB-C charging
- Transparency mode
- Below-average battery (earbuds)
Score profile
Scored against the wireless earphones classWhere the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Design and build
IP rating (earbuds)IPX7
Fitin-ear
Sound
Active noise cancellingYes
Battery and power
Battery (earbuds)7 hours
Battery (with case)30 hours
USB-C chargingYes
Connectivity
Bluetooth version5.3
Microphone and features
Transparency modeYes
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowSamsung Galaxy Buds 3 vs Sony Sony WF-C710NSA
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3Sony WF-C710NSA
| SamsungSamsung Galaxy Buds 3This page | SonySony WF-C710NSA | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 56 /100 | 56 /100 |
| Battery hours | 7 hoursBetter | 1 hours |
| Battery total | 30 hours | 40 hoursBetter |
| ANC | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| IP rating | IPX7 | IPX4 |
Who it's for
Is the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable wireless earphone for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need reference-grade sound and features, in which case a higher-tier wireless earphone is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 56/100 against other wireless earphones, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 58.
What stands out on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3?
Its active noise cancelling stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Final VR3000 Wireless?
The Final VR3000 Wireless scores 57/100 versus this one at 56/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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