Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
True-wireless · 2022
Galaxy Buds3 Pro
Dual driver · 24-bit hi-res · Galaxy AI
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 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 II if…
- ✓Compact carry
- ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- ✓Quick pair
Pick Galaxy Buds3 Pro if…
- ✓Great sound with Galaxy phones
- ✓New open-stem design
- ✓Real-time translation
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testSound
Galaxy Buds3 ProCompared on the sound sub-score
Galaxy Buds3 Pro leads on sound (92 vs 88).
Features
Galaxy Buds3 ProCompared on the features sub-score
Galaxy Buds3 Pro leads on features (94 vs 85).
Noise cancelling
Galaxy Buds3 ProCompared on the noise cancelling sub-score
Galaxy Buds3 Pro leads on anc (88 vs 86).
Value for money
Galaxy Buds3 ProSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Galaxy Buds3 Pro more score per dollar ($249 vs $299).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II | Galaxy Buds3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True-wireless | — |
| Release year | 2022 | — |
| Drivers | — | 10.5 mm woofer + planar tweeter |
| Codecs | — | SSC Hi-Fi, LDAC, AAC, SBC |
| Battery | — | 6 h (ANC) / 26 h case |
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
- +Compact carry
- +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- +Quick pair
- −Battery life limited
- −Fit varies by ear
- −Case bulkier than pod
Galaxy Buds3 Pro
- +Great sound with Galaxy phones
- +New open-stem design
- +Real-time translation
- −Fit issues for some ears
- −Galaxy-first (AI features limited on iOS)
- −App needed for tuning
FAQ: Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II vs Galaxy Buds3 Pro
Which is better, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 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 II worth the price? +
At $299, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in sound.
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 II 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 sound, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II or Galaxy Buds3 Pro? +
Galaxy Buds3 Pro — leads on sound (92 vs 88). Compared on the sound sub-score.
Which is better for features, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II or Galaxy Buds3 Pro? +
Galaxy Buds3 Pro — leads on features (94 vs 85). Compared on the features sub-score.