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AirPods 5 · Rose Gold · MagSafe charging case — H3 · Basic ANC · USB-C
Apple

AirPods 5 · Rose Gold · MagSafe charging case

H3 · Basic ANC · USB-C

87
/ 100
From $249
VS
Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro — True-wireless · 2022
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro

True-wireless · 2022

87
/ 100
From $229
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, AirPods 5 · Rose Gold · MagSafe charging case lands at 87 and Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro at 87. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick AirPods 5 · Rose Gold · MagSafe charging case if…

  • Adds basic ANC to non-Pro AirPods
  • H3 chip efficiency
  • More natural call audio

Pick Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro if…

  • Compact carry
  • Platform integration (brand-dependent)
  • Quick pair
AirPods 5 · Rose Gold · MagSafe charging case 87
vs
87 Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro

Score breakdown

AirPods 5 · Rose Gold · MagSafe charging case
87
anc 80
sound 86
comfort 88
battery 84
features 88
Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
87
anc 84
sound 86
comfort 85
battery 78
features 83

Specs side-by-side

AirPods 5 · Rose Gold · MagSafe charging case versus Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro — full spec comparison
Spec AirPods 5 · Rose Gold · MagSafe charging case Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro
Chip
H3
Connectivity
BT 5.4
Release year
2025
2022
Type
True-wireless

AirPods 5 · Rose Gold · MagSafe charging case

Pros
  • +Adds basic ANC to non-Pro AirPods
  • +H3 chip efficiency
  • +More natural call audio
Cons
  • ANC weaker than Pro 4
  • Open-fit still
  • No ear-tip seal

Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro

Pros
  • +Compact carry
  • +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
  • +Quick pair
Cons
  • Battery life limited
  • Fit varies by ear
  • Case bulkier than pod

FAQ: AirPods 5 · Rose Gold · MagSafe charging case vs Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro

Which is better, AirPods 5 · Rose Gold · MagSafe charging case or Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro? +

Both score 87 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is AirPods 5 · Rose Gold · MagSafe charging case worth the price? +

At $249, AirPods 5 · Rose Gold · MagSafe charging case delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in comfort.

Is Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro worth the price? +

At $229, Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in sound.

Does AirPods 5 · Rose Gold · MagSafe charging case or Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.