Device Comparison
| Galaxy Buds3 Pro | MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | — | 2026-09-03 |
| Status | — | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price (USD) | $249.99 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $299.95 (US launch price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦350,000 | ₦419,900 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sennheiser |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | In-ear true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | July 24, 2024 | August 20, 2026 |
| Model Name | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro (SM-R630) | MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 |
| Price | $249.99 | $299.95 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | 10.5mm dynamic + 6.1mm planar tweeter | 7 mm |
| Driver Type | 2-way system (dynamic woofer + planar magnetic tweeter), dual amplifier | 7 mm TrueResponse dynamic driver |
| Frequency Response | — | 5 Hz - 21 kHz |
| Sound Features | 24-bit/96kHz hi-res (SSC), Adaptive ANC, Adaptive EQ, 360 Audio, Interpreter translation | Up to 24-bit/96 kHz (lossless) |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, Adaptive ANC (~76% attenuation measured) | Yes, hybrid adaptive ANC with adaptive anti-wind |
| App Support | Galaxy Wearable app | Sennheiser Smart Control Plus |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, Adaptive EQ + custom presets | Yes, 8-band graphic EQ in Smart Control Plus app |
| Other Features | — | 8-band graphic EQ, sound personalization (developed with Fraunhofer Institute), Dolby Atmos with head tracking, low-latency gaming mode; Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair |
| Sound Modes | ANC / Ambient / Adaptive | Sound Personalization, genre presets, Dolby Atmos with head tracking, low-latency gaming mode |
| Touch Controls | Pinch/swipe stem controls | — |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes | Yes, Natural Transparency mode with anti-occlusion compensation |
| Voice Assistant Support | Bixby, Google Assistant/Gemini | — |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 6.0, class 1 |
| Multipoint | Auto Switch across Galaxy ecosystem | Yes |
| Range | ~10m (typical) | — |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, Samsung Scalable Codec, Samsung Seamless Codec (24-bit/96kHz) | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | Silver, White | Graphite, Cream, Copper, Denim, Lavender |
| Dimensions | Earbud 18.1 x 19.8 x 33.2mm; Case 58.9 x 48.7 x 24.4mm | Case with earbuds: 67.2 x 48.4 x 25.0 mm |
| Form Factor | Open/canal hybrid stem "blade" design with Blade Lights | In-ear true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IP57 | IP54 (earbuds only) |
| Materials | Recycled plastics, metal-accented stem | — |
| Weight | 5.4g per earbud | 7 g (single earbud), 55 g (charging case), 62 g (total) |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Battery Type | — | Li-Ion, user-replaceable |
| Charging Port | USB-C | Qi wireless charging (v2.1); full charge approx. 1.5 hours |
| Device Battery Capacity | Earbud 53mAh; Case 515mAh | 72 mAh (each earbud), 760 mAh (case) |
| Fast Charging | — | 8 min = 1 hour playback |
| Total Playtime | Up to 7 hrs (ANC off) / 6 hrs (ANC on); 30 hrs / 26 hrs total with case | Earbuds: Up to 12 hours (ANC off), up to 6 hours (ANC on); With case: Up to 40 hours |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, Qi-certified | Yes, Qi |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes |
| Mic Count | 3 high-SNR mics + Voice Pickup Unit per earbud | 4 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | High-SNR digital mics + VPU, dual-mic ML noise reduction, Super-Wideband voice | 4 mics per earbud incl. bone-conduction mic; AI and beamforming de-noising |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Bixby / Gemini, touch-activated | — |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | Not included | Yes, USB-C charging cable |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | 3 sizes silicone ear tips (S/M/L) | XS, S, M, L ear tips |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | None notable | Charging case, battery replacement tool |
| Main Device | Earbuds + charging case | One pair of MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 earbuds |
| User Manual | Quick Start Guide | Yes, documentation |
| Warranty Card | Included (region-dependent) | 1-year manufacturer warranty |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | Android 10.0+ and iOS | Android, iOS |
| Profiles Supported | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Supported Devices | Galaxy smartphones/tablets/Galaxy Book (full), other Android/iOS (basic) | Bluetooth devices; Google Fast Pair (Android), Microsoft Swift Pair (Windows) |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | Samsung's flagship 2024 earbuds with a 2-way driver system, 24-bit hi-res SSC audio, and real-time AI Interpreter mode. | The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 are premium earbuds with 7 mm TrueResponse dynamic drivers, hybrid adaptive ANC and support for aptX Adaptive/Lossless over Bluetooth 6.0. |