Headphones
Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro Overview
The Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro are canal-fit true wireless earbuds announced at Galaxy Unpacked in February 2026 and released the following month, priced at $249.99 at launch. Each earbud houses a 2-way dual-driver system with a dedicated amplifier per driver, targeting Galaxy ecosystem users who want hi-res audio and advanced AI features in a compact form. The SSC codec delivers 24-bit / 96 kHz playback, though this and most premium features are restricted to compatible Samsung Galaxy devices.
Pros
- The hybrid driver setup pairs an 11mm dynamic woofer with a 5.4mm planar tweeter per earbud, a configuration more commonly found in over-ear headphones at this price tier.
- Samsung's SSC codec supports 24-bit / 96 kHz audio, enabling hi-res playback on compatible Galaxy devices running One UI 6.1.1 or later.
- Six microphones per earbud pair, combined with Deep Neural Network voice isolation and Super Wideband call quality up to 16 kHz, places the call performance specification above many TWS competitors.
- ANC 2.0 adapts in real time, and the earbuds also include an Enhanced Adaptive EQ that adjusts alongside noise cancellation, rather than treating the two as separate systems.
- At 5.1 g per earbud, the weight is competitive for a dual-driver, dual-amp design, which typically adds mass versus single-driver alternatives.
- IP57 water resistance means the earbuds can handle submersion in up to 3 feet of fresh water for up to 30 minutes, a step above the IPX4 or IP54 ratings found on several rivals in this category.
Cons
- There is no LDAC or aptX support. Listeners not using a Samsung Galaxy device lose access to hi-res audio entirely, as SSC is a proprietary codec limited to Samsung's own ecosystem.
- The charging case carries no water resistance rating, which is a notable gap given the earbuds themselves are rated IP57.
- Most advanced features, including hi-res audio, Super Clear Call, head gesture control, 360 Audio, and Galaxy AI functions, require a Samsung Galaxy device, making the Buds4 Pro a poor choice for iPhone or non-Samsung Android users.
- Galaxy AI features such as Live Translate require a Galaxy S24 or newer specifically, meaning owners of older Samsung flagships face additional feature restrictions.
- No Bluetooth version is disclosed in Samsung's official specifications, which makes direct comparison of connection stability and range against competitors difficult.
- Battery life figures are not included in Samsung's published specification data, leaving prospective buyers without a key metric for evaluating endurance against competing earbuds such as the AirPods Pro 2 or Sony WF-1000XM5.
Specifications
| Form Factor | In-ear TWS (canal-fit), stem design |
| Driver Configuration | 2-way dual driver per earbud — 11mm dynamic woofer + 5.4mm planar tweeter |
| Amplifier | Dedicated dual amp (one per driver) |
| Audio Codec | Samsung Seamless Codec (SSC) up to 24-bit / 96 kHz; SBC; AAC |
| Hi- Res Audio | 24-bit / 96 kHz (UHQ, requires compatible Galaxy device with One UI 6.1.1 or above) |
| L D A C Support | No |
| Apt X Support | No |
| A N C | Yes — Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation 2.0 (ANC 2.0), adapts in real time |
| Ambient / Transparency Mode | Yes — Ambient Sound Mode |
| Adaptive E Q | Yes — Enhanced Adaptive ANC/EQ |
| Equalizer | 9-Band Equalizer |
| Microphones | 6 microphones per earbud pair (voice isolation via Deep Neural Network) |
| Call Quality | Super Clear Call (Super Wideband, up to 16 kHz bandwidth) — requires compatible Galaxy device |
| Spatial Audio | 360 Audio (requires Samsung Galaxy smartphone or Galaxy Tab with One UI 3.1 or later) |
| Multipoint | Auto Switch — available on Samsung Galaxy Book (One UI 6.0 Book+), Galaxy smartphones, Galaxy Tab (One UI 4.1.1+), and Samsung TVs |
| Water Resistance | IP57 (earbud) — submersible in up to 3 feet of fresh water for up to 30 minutes; charging case is not water-resistant |
| Earbud Weight | 5.1 g per earbud |
| Head Gesture Control | Yes (requires compatible Galaxy device) |
| Touch Control | Yes — Pinch Control (tap, swipe, pinch gestures) |
| Voice Assistant | Bixby, Google Gemini, Perplexity (hands-free, requires Galaxy device) |
| A I Features | Live Translate / Interpreter, Galaxy AI integration (requires Galaxy S24 or newer) |
| Colors | Black, White, Pink Gold (online exclusive) |
Specifications should be verified from official manufacturer sources. Details may vary by region or configuration.
Notes: Pink Gold is listed as an online exclusive colour. Hi-res audio via SSC requires a compatible Galaxy device running One UI 6.1.1 or above. Galaxy AI features including Live Translate require a Galaxy S24 or newer. The charging case is not water-resistant despite the IP57 earbud rating. Launched at $249.99 USD, £219 GBP, and AU$399.
Disclaimer: Specifications, pricing, and availability are subject to change.
Please verify all information from the official manufacturer website before purchasing.