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Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen) — CustomTune · ANC · 6hr
Bose

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen)

CustomTune · ANC · 6hr

89
/ 100
From $229
VS
Galaxy Buds3 Pro — Dual driver · 24-bit hi-res · Galaxy AI
Samsung

Galaxy Buds3 Pro

Dual driver · 24-bit hi-res · Galaxy AI

89
/ 100
From $249
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen) lands at 89 and Galaxy Buds3 Pro at 89. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen) if…

  • ✓Best-in-class ANC for earbuds
  • ✓CustomTune calibrates per ear
  • ✓IP54 sweat resistance

Pick Galaxy Buds3 Pro if…

  • ✓Great sound with Galaxy phones
  • ✓New open-stem design
  • ✓Real-time translation
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Noise cancelling

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen)

Compared on the noise cancelling sub-score

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen) leads on anc (96 vs 88).

Sound

Galaxy Buds3 Pro

Compared on the sound sub-score

Galaxy Buds3 Pro leads on sound (92 vs 88).

Features

Galaxy Buds3 Pro

Compared on the features sub-score

Galaxy Buds3 Pro leads on features (94 vs 84).

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen) 89
vs
89 Galaxy Buds3 Pro

Score breakdown

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen)
89
anc 96
sound 88
comfort 86
battery 80
features 84
Galaxy Buds3 Pro
89
anc 88
sound 92
comfort 84
battery 82
features 94

Specs side-by-side

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen) versus Galaxy Buds3 Pro — full spec comparison
Spec Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen) Galaxy Buds3 Pro
Driver
Custom dynamic
—
Bluetooth
5.3
—
Codecs
aptX Adaptive + AAC + SBC
SSC Hi-Fi, LDAC, AAC, SBC
Battery
6 hr (24 hr with case)
6 h (ANC) / 26 h case
Charging
USB-C / Qi
—
Weight
6.2 g per bud
—
IP rating
IP54
—
Drivers
—
10.5 mm woofer + planar tweeter

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen)

Pros
  • +Best-in-class ANC for earbuds
  • +CustomTune calibrates per ear
  • +IP54 sweat resistance
Cons
  • −No multipoint at launch
  • −Bose app slow
  • −Bulky compared to AirPods Pro

Galaxy Buds3 Pro

Pros
  • +Great sound with Galaxy phones
  • +New open-stem design
  • +Real-time translation
Cons
  • −Fit issues for some ears
  • −Galaxy-first (AI features limited on iOS)
  • −App needed for tuning

FAQ: Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen) vs Galaxy Buds3 Pro

Which is better, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen) or Galaxy Buds3 Pro? +

Both score 89 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen) worth the price? +

At $229, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen) delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in anc.

Is Galaxy Buds3 Pro worth the price? +

At $249, Galaxy Buds3 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in features.

Does Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen) or Galaxy Buds3 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.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen) or Galaxy Buds3 Pro? +

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen) — leads on anc (96 vs 88). Compared on the noise cancelling sub-score.

Which is better for sound, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd Gen) or Galaxy Buds3 Pro? +

Galaxy Buds3 Pro — leads on sound (92 vs 88). Compared on the sound sub-score.