Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro Review

Samsung has completely redesigned the Galaxy Buds with the 3 Pro, moving from the bean shape to a stem-based "blade" design. The LED lighting strip along the stem is distinctive and customizable—subtle enough for professional settings but fun for those who want flair.

Sound quality takes a major leap forward with the dual-driver setup: a 10.5mm dynamic driver handles bass and mids while a 6.1mm planar driver delivers crisp highs. The result is detailed, spacious audio that competes with audiophile-focused options. Samsung's SSC codec delivers 24-bit Hi-Fi quality when paired with Galaxy devices.

Noise cancellation is genuinely impressive. The adaptive ANC analyzes your environment in real-time and adjusts accordingly. It handles airplane noise, office chatter, and street sounds with ease. The transparency mode is equally refined, letting in natural sound without the artificial quality some competitors have.

360 Audio with head tracking creates an immersive experience for supported content. Turn your head and the soundstage adjusts, making movies and concerts feel more engaging.

Galaxy ecosystem integration is where these shine. Seamless switching between Galaxy devices, quick pairing, and deep settings integration in the Galaxy Wearable app. Features like Bixby voice wake-up work flawlessly.

Battery life is solid at 7 hours with ANC, and the case provides an additional 23 hours. Wireless charging and fast charging (5 minutes for 1 hour of playback) add convenience.