Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Buds Core
A solid mid-range pick in the wireless earphones line-up, with Wireless Earphones up front.
58/100
Wireless Earphones
£43.50best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Active noise cancelling
- Scores 58/100
- Below-average microphones (per earbud)
Score profile
Scored against the wireless earphones classWhere the Samsung Galaxy Buds Core wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Sound
Active noise cancellingYes
Microphone and features
Microphones (per earbud)3
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowSamsung Galaxy Buds Core vs Samsung Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Buds CoreSamsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
| SamsungSamsung Galaxy Buds CoreThis page | SamsungSamsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58 /100 | 61 /100Better |
| ANC | Yes | Yes |
Who it's for
Is the Samsung Galaxy Buds Core 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.
good
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 Core worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 58/100 against other wireless earphones, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 58.
What stands out on the Samsung Galaxy Buds Core?
Its active noise cancelling stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Bose QuietComfort Noise Cancelling Earbuds?
The Bose QuietComfort Noise Cancelling Earbuds scores 59/100 versus this one at 58/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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