Powerbeats Pro 2 vs Galaxy Buds 4 Pro
The Powerbeats Pro 2 and the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro are direct rivals in the premium wireless earbuds class, one from Beats and one from Samsung. The data doesn’t leave much room for doubt: 1 of 2 areas go to the Powerbeats Pro 2, and the gap is widest in battery & charging.
At a glance
- Sound & Noise Cancelling Tie
- Battery & Charging Powerbeats Pro 2 wins
- Price Tie
- Sound & Noise Cancelling10.0
- Battery & Charging8.2
- Sound & Noise Cancelling10.0
- Battery & Charging3.6
Spec scores (0 to 10) are calculated from manufacturer specs against other models in the same class. See how the formula works. They are not reviews or user ratings.
Key Differences
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The Powerbeats Pro 2 has 2 h more listening per charge
On this line of the spec sheet, the Powerbeats Pro 2 is in a different league: 8 h, next to 6 h for the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro. Longer listening per charge matters on long flights, workdays and road trips.
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The Powerbeats Pro 2 has 10 h more total battery with the case
For battery (with case), the Powerbeats Pro 2 leads by a wide margin: 36 h versus 26 h. The Powerbeats Pro 2’s case holds more extra charge, which is handy on trips.
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The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro has a 0.13 oz lighter build
This is a headline difference. With 0.18 oz to the Powerbeats Pro 2’s 0.31 oz, the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro has a lead that’s easy to see on paper and in practice. Lighter earbuds or headsets feel less noticeable during long listening sessions.
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The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro has a tougher IP57 rating
Put simply, the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro is far ahead here: IP57 compared with IPX4. The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro is better protected, which matters if you run in all weather.
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The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro has
The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro’s 1.56 oz leaves the Powerbeats Pro 2’s 2.43 oz well behind, so if this spec matters to you, the choice is easy. The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro’s case is lighter, one less thing weighing down your pocket.
Design & Size
Weight goes to the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro, which sheds 0.13 oz compared with the Powerbeats Pro 2.
Fit & Build
| Spec | Powerbeats Pro 2 | Galaxy Buds 4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Form factor | Ear-hook | In-ear |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IP57 (winner) |
| Weight (per earbud / headset) | 0.31 oz Heaviest in class | 0.18 oz (winner) |
| Case weight | 2.43 oz | 1.56 oz (winner) |
Sound & Noise Cancelling
Too close to call
Side by side, the sound & noise cancelling figures for the Powerbeats Pro 2 and the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro barely differ. For sound & noise cancelling, pick whichever you prefer for other reasons.
Battery & Charging
Powerbeats Pro 2 leads
This is one of the Powerbeats Pro 2’s strongest areas. On battery & charging, the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro falls well short. Here the Powerbeats Pro 2 offers 2 h more listening per charge. The Powerbeats Pro 2 runs longer before needing a break, so you’re less likely to be interrupted mid-podcast. Anyone shopping mainly on battery & charging should start with the Powerbeats Pro 2.
Battery (single charge)
Powerbeats Pro 2: 8 h Galaxy Buds 4 Pro: 6 h Ratings usually assume moderate volume and specific settings, so real results vary.
Battery (with case)
Powerbeats Pro 2: 36 h Galaxy Buds 4 Pro: 26 h A bigger total means fewer case charges per week, a small but real convenience.
Features & Connectivity
We don’t score this area directly, because the features & connectivity specs are labels rather than measurements. The table shows what each lists.
Full Specifications
Sound & Noise Cancelling
| Spec | Powerbeats Pro 2 | Galaxy Buds 4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Driver size | N/A (not specified) | 0.43 in |
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| Transparency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Spatial audio | Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking | N/A (not specified) |
| Bluetooth codecs | N/A (not specified) | SSC HiFi, SSC UHQ, AAC, SBC, LC3 |
Battery & Charging
| Spec | Powerbeats Pro 2 | Galaxy Buds 4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Battery (single charge)Manufacturer rating, ANC on where available | 8 h (winner) | 6 h |
| Battery (with case)Manufacturer rating | 36 h (winner) Most total battery | 26 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Charging port | USB-C | USB-C |
Features & Connectivity
| Spec | Powerbeats Pro 2 | Galaxy Buds 4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Class 1 Bluetooth (Apple H2 chip) | Bluetooth 6.1 |
| Heart-rate sensing | Yes | N/A (not specified) |
| Controls | Physical button + volume rocker on each earbud | N/A (not specified) |
Fit & Build
| Spec | Powerbeats Pro 2 | Galaxy Buds 4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Form factor | Ear-hook | In-ear |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IP57 (winner) |
| Weight (per earbud / headset) | 0.31 oz Heaviest in class | 0.18 oz (winner) |
| Case weight | 2.43 oz | 1.56 oz (winner) |
Price
| Spec | Powerbeats Pro 2 | Galaxy Buds 4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price | $250 | $250 |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Price & Value
Neither is cheaper at launch; the Powerbeats Pro 2 and the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro share the same price.
These are US launch prices, recorded February 2026; what you pay today may be higher or lower.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the Powerbeats Pro 2 if…
- you want longer listening per charge (8 h vs 6 h)
- you want more total battery with the case (36 h vs 26 h)
- you’re loyal to Beats and happy with it
Choose the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro if…
- you wear them for hours and want less weight on your ears (0.18 oz vs 0.31 oz)
- you want the tougher water resistance rating (IP57 vs IPX4)
- you want the lighter case (1.56 oz vs 2.43 oz)
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the Powerbeats Pro 2 or the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro?
The Powerbeats Pro 2 makes more sense overall. Consider the alternative only if you need a 0.13 oz lighter build, which only the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro offers.
Which has better battery life, the Powerbeats Pro 2 or the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro?
The Powerbeats Pro 2 comes out ahead on battery (single charge), with 8 h compared with 6 h on the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro.
Which weighs less, the Powerbeats Pro 2 or the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro?
The Powerbeats Pro 2 is the heavier of the two; the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro saves 0.13 oz.
Executive Summary
I read both spec sheets (the Powerbeats Pro 2’s and the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro’s) so you don’t have to. Honestly, 2 h more listening per charge on the Powerbeats Pro 2 does a lot of the persuading for me. In fairness to the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro, a 0.13 oz lighter build is a genuine strength.
Choose by what you’d use most: battery & charging leads to the Powerbeats Pro 2, comfort leads to the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro.
My pick: the Powerbeats Pro 2. The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro only comes out ahead if what you want most is a 0.13 oz lighter build.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.