REVIEW: Galaxy Buds4 Pro, better than AirPods

Released in Galaxy Unpacked 2026, an event that took place in February, the Galaxy Buds4 Pro These are the new top-of-the-line headphones from SamsungThey've gained advancements in audio and noise cancellation and feature a completely new design. See what we think of them:

Design

The first major advantage of Galaxy Buds4 Pro It's the visual aspect. Samsung has abandoned "inspiration" from... AirPods da Apple And this time, he created his own design, with a more industrial look and "blade" style rods, with aluminum details.

The earphones are much more comfortable and smaller than those of the previous generation. They fit better in the ear and don't cause discomfort, even after hours of use. Samsung He said he ran over 10 simulations to arrive at the new design, conceived to bring comfort to the vast majority of users, and I can attest that they were right.

 And touch sensorThe element present on the stems now has a raised texture so you can feel it more easily with your fingers.

The big difference between Buds4 Pro, and the base model, the buds4The difference lies in the extra rubber on the Pro model, which fills the inner ear canal and improves both sound and noise isolation. The standard model, on the other hand, has an "open" style that only rests on the outer part of the ear.

The model I tested is the black one, but the Samsung They also sell the Buds4 Pro in white and rose gold. They (the earphones) have IP57 certification, against water and dust.

Audio quality

In terms of audio, there are welcome new features: the Buds4 Pro now it has 2-way speakers (two-way audio) e woofer 20% larger...with more intense bass. The sound quality has taken a big leap, delivering audio...24-bit/96 kHz Hi-Fi by means of Samsung Seamless Codec (UHQ). The result is an immersive, full-spectrum sound. Plus, you'll notice the difference compared to the previous generation when listening to music and watching videos with it.

In addition, the headphone control app lets you Customize the EqualizationYou can choose the volume manually or opt for one of the 7 suggested modes (I prefer to leave it on "bass"):

O Buds4 Pro still has 360 audio, which simulates sound coming from different directions; volume normalizationwhich prevents the sound from suddenly getting loud, and adjustment of Customized audio for your ear shape., which assesses your ear canal and makes adjustments just for you.

But I also noticed a clear improvement in the quality of phone calls with him. The voice of the person speaking to you is clearer in your ears. According to the SamsungThis is due to the new 16 kHz audio for calls, which is a setting available in the app.

If UHQ audio is not enabled, there is another option you can use: Highlight Dialogues, which prioritizes the actors' dialogue in the movies and series you are watching on YouTube and other streaming apps.

And if you are over 30 or have concerns about your ear health, it's worth checking out the section. Adapt Sound from the app. In it, you can choose from the available presets or click on "add custom sound profile" to get a complete hearing testThis allows the headphones to adapt to what you actually hear.

Noise cancellation

O noise canceling (active noise cancelling or ANC, in English) has improved significantly in Buds4 ProIf fully activated, it becomes difficult to even hear people talking around you, and noises like the doorbell, the intercom, and even the noisy robot vacuum cleaner disappear completely. Traveling with these headphones, thus avoiding noises like the airplane turbine or children crying on the flight, will give you even more peace.

But if that's too much, don't worry. In the app of Buds4 Pro You will be able to Customize the noise cancellation level in 5 different intensity settings. (see screen above).

You can also schedule one Option that automatically switches noise cancellation to ambient sound.When the headphones detect that someone is talking to you (so you can pay attention and respond) or warning sirens are sounding (so you are not surprised).

Ambient sound mode is also available. When activated, the headphones reproduce the sounds around you, making it easier for you to stay aware. All of this is located on the same settings screen.

Gesture controls

O Buds4 Pro has Gesture controls. For example, you can hold one of the rods with two fingers and move one of them upwards to increase the volume, and downwards to decrease it.

You can also pinch once to play or pause the content; pinch twice to change tracks and three times to return to the previous track.

You can also individually configure the left and right stems with options such as: changing noise cancellation, talking to the Gemini and talk to the Bixby and even with the Perplexity. Other available options are: activate the Simultaneous translation (interpreter)activate the modefull awareness"from Samsung Health, which helps you sleep or meditate, and even activate Spotify, to start playing music immediately.

Curiously, the menu only shows the Spotify as an option, but when I selected it, it activated YouTube Music for me, which is the music streaming app I use. Great!

Voice control

Voice controls are also an option. In the app, you can activate the Gemini, which will be activated with the so-called traditional "OK, Google" Even when the phone is locked, which is very convenient. And there are direct commands that you can simply speak without calling the assistant, such as:

• Increase volume;
• Lower the volume;
• Answer the call;
• Reject call;
• Play music;
• Stop the music;
• Next music;
• Previous song.

It's worth remembering them, for controlling the headphones hands-free and without the app. They're especially useful if your hands are full.

Connectivity

O Buds4 Pro has support for Bluetooth 6.1, the most recent. It also supports the codecs SSC (Samsung Seamless Codec) HiFi, SSC UHQ (patented by Samsung) AAC, SBC, LC318 e Auracast.

It's worth remembering that connectivity is complete and automatic with Galaxy smartphones, Galaxy Book notebooks, Galaxy Tab tablets, and other devices. SamsungOn Windows, there will also be no difficulties, and you can even manage it through the app. Galaxy Buds for Windows:

If you choose to connect the Buds4 Pro Compared to other Android smartphones and tablets or iPhones, there will be some limitations in functionality. But noise cancellation will work; you just need to configure it with gestures.

battery and case

The product case is also beautiful. It now looks like a ring box and is more compact and square. The earbuds are positioned more conveniently inside, making it easier to remove and put them back in. The base of the case is the same color as the earbuds, and the top is transparent.

It is worth noting that, unfortunately, the case NO It has the same IP57 certification as the headphones. So, be careful not to get it wet in the rain, okay?

As for the battery, they are up to 6 hours of music by charging the headphones, with ANC enabled. Or 26 hours total...if you include the charging case. If you disable noise cancellation, that total goes up to 30 hours. And for talks, it's up to... 5h until it needs charging.

Price and availability

Os Galaxy Buds4 Pro They are now available for pre-order, with delivery starting March 5th, with prices starting from R$1.889,10The price is slightly higher than the most basic model, the Galaxy Buds4, which is costing R$1.439,10.

Conclusion

Os Galaxy Buds4 Pro They arrive to take the top spot in in-ear headphones, with the latest noise cancellation. They evolve from the previous generation and finally surpass, as the... AirPods Pro 3 e Moto Buds+, the former kings of the place.

The problem is the price. They're worth every penny, but they're expensive.BRL 1.899,10)For those who don't mind, the purchase is guaranteed happiness. But for those who want to save money, it might be worth looking for discounts when buying the Galaxy S26 together, taking advantage of promotions from [website/platform name]. SamsungOr opt for the cheaper model, the Buds4 (R$1.439,10).

In any case, the Samsung Congratulations are in order for creating new headphones with a unique design, high-quality sound, customizable noise cancellation, and truly useful artificial intelligence features. We recommend the purchase.

Technical Specifications

The table below compares the Galaxy Buds4 Pro to Galaxy Buds4See the differences and similarities:

Galaxy Unpacked 2026 Summary

Beyond the Galaxy Buds4See what else... Samsung launched at the event:

reviewed by Victor Pacheco in 02 / 03 / 2026