Samsung
Galaxy Buds3 Pro
Dual driver · 24-bit hi-res · Galaxy AI
89
/ 100
From $249
VS
Bose
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Arctic White
True-wireless · 2022
89
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Galaxy Buds3 Pro lands at 89 and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Arctic White at 89. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Galaxy Buds3 Pro if…
- ✓Great sound with Galaxy phones
- ✓New open-stem design
- ✓Real-time translation
Pick Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Arctic White if…
- ✓Compact carry
- ✓Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- ✓Quick pair
Galaxy Buds3 Pro 89
vs 89 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Arctic White
Score breakdown
Galaxy Buds3 Pro
89 anc 88
sound 92
comfort 84
battery 82
features 94
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Arctic White
89 anc 86
sound 88
comfort 87
battery 78
features 85
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Galaxy Buds3 Pro | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Arctic White |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 10.5 mm woofer + planar tweeter | — |
| Codecs | SSC Hi-Fi, LDAC, AAC, SBC | — |
| Battery | 6 h (ANC) / 26 h case | — |
| Type | — | True-wireless |
| Release year | — | 2022 |
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
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Arctic White
Pros
- +Compact carry
- +Platform integration (brand-dependent)
- +Quick pair
Cons
- −Battery life limited
- −Fit varies by ear
- −Case bulkier than pod
FAQ: Galaxy Buds3 Pro vs Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Arctic White
Which is better, Galaxy Buds3 Pro or Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Arctic White? +
Both score 89 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Galaxy Buds3 Pro worth the price? +
At $249, Galaxy Buds3 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in features.
Is Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Arctic White worth the price? +
At $299, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Arctic White delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in sound.
Does Galaxy Buds3 Pro or Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II · Arctic White 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.