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General

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Series

Pixel Buds4Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/10595435Read 6 October 2026Compare Pixel Buds page lists Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Pixel Buds 2a.

Galaxy Buds1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

G3UGY, G76LT, GNN2Z12Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/16444169Read 6 October 2026FCC section: left earbud G3UGY, right earbud G76LT, charging case GNN2Z.

SM-R420, SM-R420NZKAXAC, SM-R420NZKAXEF, SM-R420NZAAXEF, SM-R420NZAAEUA1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026Canada business product header and URL explicitly identify SM-R420NZKAXAC.6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Cover identifies SM-R420.7Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/8806097620952_f_0Read 7 October 2026Exact France product identifiers in Page 2 Logistics.9Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-grey-sm-r420nzaaeuaRead 7 October 2026UK maker header explicitly identifies SM-R420NZAAEUA.

GTIN / EAN

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8806097620952, 88060976211647Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/8806097620952_f_0Read 7 October 2026Page 2 Logistics. France Black SM-R420NZKAXEF EAN 8806097620952. Gray SM-R420NZAAXEF EAN 8806097621164. Each check digit verified.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

20 August 202513Press releaseblog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/pixel/google-pixel-buds-2aRead 6 October 2026Meet Pixel Buds 2a, dated Aug 20, 2025.

18 August 20252Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-introduces-galaxy-buds3-fe-iconic-design-enhanced-sound-galaxy-ai-integrationRead 7 October 2026

Status

Available1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026US Tech specs page shows $129 and a Buy button on 2026-10-06.

Available8Maker product pagesamsung.com/fr/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxefRead 7 October 2026Exact France SM-R420NZKAXEF Product offer identifies availability inStock. Product CTA marks this SKU saleable true. Generic hidden out-of-stock template text is not treated as current product availability.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

Google Pixel Buds A-Series22Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Pixel-Buds-2a-arrive-with-Pixel-Buds-Pro-2-features-at-a-lower-price.1092514.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck says Google announced the Pixel Buds 2a as the successors to the Pixel Buds A-series released in 2021.

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE19Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_buds3_fe_announced_with_spatial_audio_galaxy_ai_and_up_to_30_hours_of_battery_life-news-69092.phpRead 23 October 2026GSMArena says the Galaxy Buds3 FE is the successor to the original Galaxy Buds FE.20Reviewsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-fe-vs-samsung-galaxy-buds-fe-145735Read 23 October 2026SoundGuys says the Galaxy Buds 3 FE succeed the Galaxy Buds FE.

SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$1291Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026$129 on the US Google Store. Matches the launch blog.13Press releaseblog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/pixel/google-pixel-buds-2aRead 6 October 2026Pre-order a pair today for $129.

$149.992Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-introduces-galaxy-buds3-fe-iconic-design-enhanced-sound-galaxy-ai-integrationRead 7 October 2026

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€14914Press releaseblog.google/intl/de-de/produkte/hardware/pixel-buds-2a-ankuendigungRead 6 October 2026German launch blog, Aug 20, 2025: pre-order for 149 EUR including VAT.

€1494Press releasenews.samsung.com/de/ikonisches-design-satter-klang-und-komfortable-nutzung-die-samsung-galaxy-buds3-fe-mit-galaxy-aiRead 7 October 2026German launch UVP 149 EUR. German availability September 5 is not substituted for earlier Polish retail.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, DE1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026US Google Store purchase block.14Press releaseblog.google/intl/de-de/produkte/hardware/pixel-buds-2a-ankuendigungRead 6 October 2026German launch blog names the Google Store and retail partners. The DE Google Store tech specs page shows 149 EUR and a buy button on 2026-10-06.

CA, US, FR, DE, PL, GB1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026Canada regional business store for exact SM-R420NZKAXAC.2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-introduces-galaxy-buds3-fe-iconic-design-enhanced-sound-galaxy-ai-integrationRead 7 October 2026Explicit regional retail availability in this maker launch publication. US September 4.3Press releasenews.samsung.com/pl/ruszyla-sprzedaz-samsung-galaxy-buds3-fe-inteligentny-dzwiek-i-odwazny-styl-w-atrakcyjnej-cenieRead 7 October 2026Explicit regional retail availability in this maker launch publication. Poland August 19 2025.4Press releasenews.samsung.com/de/ikonisches-design-satter-klang-und-komfortable-nutzung-die-samsung-galaxy-buds3-fe-mit-galaxy-aiRead 7 October 2026Explicit regional retail availability in this maker launch publication. Germany September 5.7Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/8806097620952_f_0Read 7 October 2026Samsung France branded publication and exact XEF retail codes, corroborated by France Samsung store.8Maker product pagesamsung.com/fr/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxefRead 7 October 2026France store offers exact Black SM-R420NZKAXEF and Gris choice. Country confirmed by sale/store, not page language.9Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-grey-sm-r420nzaaeuaRead 7 October 2026UK store exact Grey SM-R420NZAAEUA offered with local delivery/store information. Current stock status is not a global lifecycle claim.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Iris, Hazel, Fog, Berry1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Colors: Fog, Berry, Iris, Hazel.3Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7544332Read 6 October 2026Google Pixel Buds 2a specifications: Hazel, Iris, Fog, Berry.13Press releaseblog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/pixel/google-pixel-buds-2aRead 6 October 2026Launch colours Iris and Hazel. Fog and Berry were added in 2026.16Press releaseblog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/pixel/google-pixel-10aRead 6 October 2026Feb 18, 2026: launching Pixel Buds 2a in two new colors, Berry and Fog.

Black, Gray2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-introduces-galaxy-buds3-fe-iconic-design-enhanced-sound-galaxy-ai-integrationRead 7 October 2026

Segment

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Design

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Form factoriIn-ear seals the ear canal with a tip. Semi-in-ear rests in the outer ear without a seal. Open-ear leaves the ear canal unobstructed.

In-ear17Reviewsoundguys.com/google-pixel-buds-2a-review-diet-pixel-buds-at-a-palatable-price-145804Read 6 October 2026Sealing eartips in the ear canal. The review discusses seal and isolation with the nozzle in the ear canal.

In-ear2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-introduces-galaxy-buds3-fe-iconic-design-enhanced-sound-galaxy-ai-integrationRead 7 October 2026

Bud shapeiStem describes an extending control or microphone stalk. Stemless describes a compact body without a stalk.

Stemless17Reviewsoundguys.com/google-pixel-buds-2a-review-diet-pixel-buds-at-a-palatable-price-145804Read 6 October 2026Round body with a circular touch plate on the back and no protrusions. No stem.

Stem2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-introduces-galaxy-buds3-fe-iconic-design-enhanced-sound-galaxy-ai-integrationRead 7 October 2026

Use one bud aloneiWhich earbud can operate alone. This does not mean two earbuds can play from different sources.

Either bud7Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7560934Read 6 October 2026All gestures can be performed with either earbud for Pixel Buds 2a.8Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/12312672Read 6 October 2026If you wear only one of the Pixel Buds, you can still use all of the noise control modes.

Either bud5Measurementsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-fe-review-144120Read 7 October 2026FAQ explicitly permits either earbud alone for calls or music while the other charges.

RGB lighting

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No12Reviewwired.com/review/samsung-galaxy-buds3-feRead 7 October 2026Review explicitly says high-tech LED Blade Lights are gone. Status LED in case is not decorative RGB lighting.

Drivers and sound

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Drivers per budiAudio transducers in one earbud. Rows distinguish their type, acoustic role and published diameter. Do not count microphones.

AGoogle Pixel Buds 2a

Type	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	11	1

Source1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Audio, each earbud: custom-designed 11 mm dynamic speaker driver.

BSamsung Galaxy Buds3 FE

Type	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	11	1

Source2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-introduces-galaxy-buds3-fe-iconic-design-enhanced-sound-galaxy-ai-integrationRead 7 October 20267Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/8806097620952_f_0Read 7 October 2026Page 2 Music and Voice. One-way 11 mm Dynamic Driver. Diameter 11 mm is explicit. No diaphragm material or named acoustic role is inferred.

Driver typeiPublished transducer technology. High-excursion, composite and neodymium do not by themselves establish a driver type.

Dynamic1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Audio, each earbud: custom-designed 11 mm dynamic speaker driver.

Dynamic2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-introduces-galaxy-buds3-fe-iconic-design-enhanced-sound-galaxy-ai-integrationRead 7 October 2026

Driver sizeiLargest explicitly published circular driver diameter in one earbud. A rectangular driver width is not a diameter.

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Drivers per budiTotal audio transducers in one earbud, summed from explicit driver quantities. A row with an unknown quantity makes the total unknown.

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Diaphragm material

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Frequency responseiPublished acoustic frequency response of the earbuds. Codec transmission bandwidth alone does not qualify. Conditions belong in the source note.

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Min20 HzMax20 kHz13Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Premium-mid-range-headphones-with-bargain-appeal-Samsung-Galaxy-Buds3-FE-review.1211124.0.htmlRead 7 October 2026Specifications table Speaker row directly publishes 20 to 20000 Hz for the dynamic one-way speaker. Acoustic range claimed by reviewer, not graph-derived. Tolerance and level not stated. No codec bandwidth inference.

Impedance

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SensitivityiPublished acoustic sensitivity. The electrical reference and frequency must be stated in sensitivity_reference or the source note.

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Sensitivity reference

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Max sample rateiHighest supported audio sample rate under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. This does not establish lossless playback.

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Max bit depthiHighest supported audio bit depth under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. Bluetooth version alone does not establish this.

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Adaptive EQiAn inner mic tunes the sound to your ear in real time

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Personalised soundiA profile from a hearing test or ear scan

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Onboard EQ

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Custom EQ bandsiNumber of independently adjustable custom equalizer frequency bands. Availability may require current firmware, an app or a compatible device.

52Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2aRead 6 October 2026Customize the levels of bass, treble, and more with the 5-band equalizer.6Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/12045780Read 6 October 2026Article applies to Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Pixel Buds 2a. Sliders adjust 5 different frequency bands.

95Measurementsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-fe-review-144120Read 7 October 2026App section and screenshots explicitly show nine-band custom EQ. No proof that EQ is stored on the earbuds, so onboard_eq is omitted.

EQ presetsiNamed equalizer sound presets. Noise-control modes and spatial-audio modes are separate features.

Default, Light bass, Heavy bass, Balanced, Vocal boost, Clarity6Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/12045780Read 6 October 2026Presets: Default, Light bass, Heavy bass, Balanced, Vocal boost, Clarity. Last saved is a user setting and is not stored.

Bass boost, Treble boost, Smooth, Dynamic, Clear, Balanced5Measurementsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-fe-review-144120Read 7 October 2026

Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audioiNamed spatial or surround audio processing supported with the source and platform conditions stated in the source note.

Spatial Audio2Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2aRead 6 October 2026Compare block lists Spatial audio for Pixel Buds 2a and Spatial audio with head tracking only for Pro 2.4Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/10595435Read 6 October 2026Static Spatial Audio checkmark for Pixel Buds 2a.5Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/12921041Read 6 October 2026Only stereo Spatial Audio (Spatial Audio without head tracking) is available for Pixel Buds 2a.

Samsung 360 Audio1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026

Head trackingiSpatial audio changes with head movement. Static spatial processing alone does not qualify. Compatible device or content requirements belong in the source note.

No2Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2aRead 6 October 2026Compare block lists head tracking only for Pixel Buds Pro 2.4Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/10595435Read 6 October 2026Spatial Audio with Head Tracking shows a dash for Pixel Buds 2a.5Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/12921041Read 6 October 2026Head tracking is compatible with Pixel Buds Pro and Pro 2 only.

No1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026360 Audio footnote explicitly says head tracking is not supported.

Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Active Noise Cancellation with Silent Seal 1.5.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026

ANC typeiFeedforward uses exterior microphones. Feedback uses interior microphones. Hybrid uses both. Adaptive control is separate from microphone placement.

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ANC microphones in both earbudsiPhysical microphones used by ANC across the pair. A shared call and ANC microphone counts once. Case microphones and vibration sensors are excluded.

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Adaptive ANCiANC strength or calibration adjusts automatically to noise, fit or ear acoustics. The source note states the adjustment conditions.

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ANC levelsiNumber of selectable ANC strength levels. Excludes ANC off, transparency and activity profiles unless they explicitly set distinct strength levels.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)iManufacturer maximum claimed noise attenuation. Frequency and measurement conditions belong in the source note. This is not reviewer-measured overall attenuation.

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32dB7Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/8806097620952_f_0Read 7 October 2026Page 2 Everyday features. Maker claims active reduction up to 32 dB. Maximum claimed attenuation only. Frequency, fixture and method are unstated.

Transparency mode

Yes1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Audio: Transparency mode.8Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/12312672Read 6 October 2026Noise Cancellation, Transparency and Off modes on Pixel Buds 2a.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026

Adjustable transparency

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Yes6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Adjusting noise control intensity. Ambient sound volume and ANC strength can be adjusted.

Automatic ANC and transparency blendiAutomatically blends active cancellation with ambient sound. Automatic activity-based switching between separate modes alone does not qualify.

No2Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2aRead 6 October 2026Compare block lists Adaptive Audio for Pro 2 and a dash for Pixel Buds 2a.4Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/10595435Read 6 October 2026Adaptive Audio shows a dash for Pixel Buds 2a.8Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/12312672Read 6 October 2026Adaptive mode is Pixel Buds Pro 2 only.

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Conversation detection

No4Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/10595435Read 6 October 2026Conversation detection shows a dash for Pixel Buds 2a.8Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/12312672Read 6 October 2026Conversation Detection is Pixel Buds Pro and Pro 2 only.

No12Reviewwired.com/review/samsung-galaxy-buds3-feRead 7 October 2026Reviewer explicitly says these buds do not have a conversation awareness sensor. ANC levels are manually adjusted.

Wind noise reductioniA documented physical design or processing feature for reducing wind noise. The source note distinguishes mesh or shape changes from selectable processing.

Yes1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Voice: wind-blocking mesh covers. This is a physical cover, not a selectable processing mode.

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Measured

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Frequency response notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Bass and low mids slightly overemphasized. The range from 1 to 5 kHz is underemphasized, with peaks at 7 and 10.3 kHz.17Reviewsoundguys.com/google-pixel-buds-2a-review-diet-pixel-buds-at-a-palatable-price-145804Read 6 October 2026SoundGuys objective measurement with the default response. ANC off changes the response below 400 Hz and between 5 and 8 kHz.

Default tuning closely follows the SoundGuys preference curve, with elevated bass and no pronounced emphasis from 4 to 9 kHz.5Measurementsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-fe-review-144120Read 7 October 2026Published default frequency-response discussion against SoundGuys house target. B&K 5128 fixture and SoundCheck per linked test method. Codec, firmware and exact ANC state for this curve are unstated.10Measurementsoundguys.com/how-we-testRead 7 October 2026Standard frequency-response procedure uses B&K 5128 artificial head and SoundCheck against the SoundGuys preference curve.

Bass amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the bass range. Positive means more bass. Target, test method and settings belong in the source note.

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5dB5Measurementsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-fe-review-144120Read 7 October 2026Published default tuning is 5 dB above SoundGuys house target in bass. No graph estimate. B&K 5128 and SoundCheck per method page. Exact frequency interval, codec, firmware and ANC state unstated.10Measurementsoundguys.com/how-we-testRead 7 October 2026Same published frequency-response method and house preference target. Product review supplies the 5 dB number.

Treble amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the treble range. Positive means more treble. Values from different targets may not be directly comparable.

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Deviation from target (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Consistency between fittings (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Harmonic distortion (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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0.1%15Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Premium-mid-range-headphones-with-bargain-appeal-Samsung-Galaxy-Buds3-FE-review.1211124.0.htmlRead 7 October 2026Loudspeakers THD table explicitly Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE 0.1 percent at RMS -1.0 dBFS. Published method uses low-harmonic 1 kHz sine above 0 dB, linear microphone about 1 cm from driver in artificial head. Firmware R420XXU0AYH1. Codec and ANC state not stated. THD+N 0.31 percent remains separate and is not stored as THD. Public web text readable, raw curl 403. Review adaptive/head-tracking/IP-case claims rejected against maker or trusted conflicts.

Sound leakage (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation, best (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Call quality notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

The windscreen over the microphone holes handles wind reasonably, but some incidental noise gets through.17Reviewsoundguys.com/google-pixel-buds-2a-review-diet-pixel-buds-at-a-palatable-price-145804Read 6 October 2026SoundGuys lab microphone samples, windy condition commentary.

SoundGuys recorded quiet, office, street, windy and reverberant samples. Office and street noise remained audible. Very strong wind reduced voice clarity.5Measurementsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-fe-review-144120Read 7 October 2026Published recorded microphone demos and commentary. Quiet, office, street, windy and reverberant conditions. No calibrated speech-to-noise value is inferred.

Mic low-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency in game mode (measured)iThe best case the buds can reach. Measured by a reviewer

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Battery life (measured)iReviewer-tested operation from one full charge of the earbuds. Excludes case recharges. ANC, codec, connection, volume and tested edition belong in the row or source note.

AGoogle Pixel Buds 2a

ANC	Hours (h)
Yes	6.77

Source17Reviewsoundguys.com/google-pixel-buds-2a-review-diet-pixel-buds-at-a-palatable-price-145804Read 6 October 2026SoundGuys standardized battery test, ANC on: 6 h 46 min, stored as 6.77 h. Added in the Nov 20, 2025 update.

BSamsung Galaxy Buds3 FE

ANC	Hours (h)
Yes	4.43

Source5Measurementsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-fe-review-144120Read 7 October 2026Battery section explicitly reports 4 h 26 min with ANC enabled. Earbuds only, not case-inclusive. Codec and firmware are not stated. ANC-off result is only just under six hours, so no exact number is stored. Linked standard method plays music peaking at 75 dB SPL. This is playback-level peak, not 75 dBA average. Codec, firmware and phone unstated.10Measurementsoundguys.com/how-we-testRead 7 October 2026Standard battery procedure plays music peaking at 75 dB SPL and tracks the recorded waveform until playback stops. Product review reports ANC on 4 h 26 min.

Longest tested use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only duration among stored reviewer tests. Modes and settings may differ between tests and products.

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4.43h=CalculatedFrom Battery life (measured)

Battery life with case (measured)iReviewer-tested total including earbuds and case recharges. Do not calculate this by multiplying one-charge runtime by claimed recharge count.

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Full charge time (measured)iBuds in the case, 0 to 100 %. Measured by a reviewer

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Weight per bud (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Microphones and calls

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Voice microphones in both earbudsiPhysical call and beamforming microphones across the pair. Excludes case microphones and vibration sensors. Shared ANC microphones can also count here when used for calls.

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All microphones in both earbudsiEvery physical microphone across the pair, including call and ANC microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes the charging case and voice vibration sensors.

41Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Sensors, each earbud: two microphones. Stored as 4 for the pair.3Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7544332Read 6 October 2026Sensors, each earbud: 2 microphones.

61Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026Specifications lists six physical microphones across the pair. Launch table lists three per earbud. ANC and voice-role counts are not inferred.

Bone conduction voice sensoriA dedicated bone or jaw conduction sensor for detecting speech vibrations. A microphone or speech-detecting accelerometer alone does not prove this architecture.

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Mic noise reduction

AI2Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2aRead 6 October 2026Clear Calling blocks background noise. The launch blog credits wind-blocking mesh covers and Google AI.13Press releaseblog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/pixel/google-pixel-buds-2aRead 6 October 2026Wind-blocking mesh covers and Google AI for clear call quality.

AI2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-introduces-galaxy-buds3-fe-iconic-design-enhanced-sound-galaxy-ai-integrationRead 7 October 2026Crystal Clear Call uses a pretrained machine-learning model to isolate voice.

Call audio bandwidthiHighest supported call-audio bandwidth. Compatible phone, operating system, call app or network requirements belong in the source note.

Super wideband1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Voice: Bluetooth Super Wideband.

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Mic mute controliAn earbud control that mutes the microphone during calls. Includes touch or pressure gestures and physical buttons. Phone/app-only controls do not qualify.

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SidetoneiHear your own voice in calls

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Yes6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Use Ambient sound during calls explicitly makes own voice audible to prevent raising voice.

Connectivity

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Chip

Google Tensor A11Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Processor, each earbud: Google Tensor A1.

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Connections

Bluetooth1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026

Bluetooth2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-introduces-galaxy-buds3-fe-iconic-design-enhanced-sound-galaxy-ai-integrationRead 7 October 2026

Bluetooth

5.41Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Connectivity, each earbud: Bluetooth 5.4.

5.41Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026

Bluetooth codecs

SBC, AAC17Reviewsoundguys.com/google-pixel-buds-2a-review-diet-pixel-buds-at-a-palatable-price-145804Read 6 October 2026Bluetooth 5.4 with SBC and AAC. Reviewer could not confirm LC3 in Google documentation.

AAC, SBC, Samsung Seamless1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026

Bluetooth profiles

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A2DP, AVRCP, HFP1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026

LE Audio

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Auracast

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No5Measurementsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-fe-review-144120Read 7 October 2026Connectivity section explicitly says Buds3 FE does not support Auracast.

MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth connections to multiple source devices. Pairing memory and switching through a manufacturer account alone do not qualify.

Yes2Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2aRead 6 October 2026FAQ: Multipoint Connectivity lets you maintain connections to two devices at the same time.4Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/10595435Read 6 October 2026Multipoint connectivity with device switching checkmark for Pixel Buds 2a.9Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/12319417Read 8 October 2026Use Multipoint and audio switch on Google Pixel Buds 2a and Pro. Multipoint is off by default.

No5Measurementsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-fe-review-144120Read 7 October 2026Connectivity section distinguishes absent multipoint from supported account-based Auto Switch.

Multipoint devicesiMaximum source devices concurrently connected by Bluetooth, not the number remembered in pairing history.

22Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2aRead 6 October 2026FAQ: two devices at the same time.9Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/12319417Read 8 October 2026Maintain connections to 2 devices at the same time.

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Multipoint with LDACiMany buds turn multipoint off on LDAC

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Paired devices rememberediMaximum remembered Bluetooth source pairings. This is separate from simultaneous multipoint connections.

821Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7558528Read 8 October 2026Current non-Gen1 pairing section states up to 8 retained pairings, replacing the oldest thereafter. Do not confuse remembered pairings with two concurrent Multipoint sources.

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Automatic switching between own devicesiThrough the maker's account

Yes2Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2aRead 6 October 2026FAQ: Seamless Audio Switching moves you between devices based on what you are doing.9Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/12319417Read 8 October 2026Audio switch moves between Fast Paired Android devices with Google Play Services and Android 8+ on the same Google account.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026

Fast pairing

Google Fast Pair2Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2aRead 6 October 2026Connect and set up your Pixel Buds 2a with your Android phone using Fast Pair.

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Audio sharingiShare one stream with a second pair

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Wireless range (claimed)

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10m6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Bluetooth precautions, page 16. Maximum Bluetooth connection range 10 m. Actual distance varies with environment.

Wireless receiveri2.4 GHz dongle

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Receiver connector

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Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiBoth connection types can play audio together. Quick switching between independent modes does not qualify.

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Latency

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Low latency mode

No4Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/10595435Read 6 October 2026Low-latency gaming mode shows a dash for Pixel Buds 2a.

Yes6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Labs, page 33. Gaming mode reduces audio delay. Only Samsung Android mobile devices are supported.

Claimed latency

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Lowest claimed latency

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Compatibility

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PlatformsiPlatforms with documented audio support. App availability and advanced features can be more limited. Edition-specific support is listed in variants.

Android, iOS1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Pairs with any Bluetooth 4.0+ device, including Android, iOS, tablets, and laptops.

Android, iOS2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-introduces-galaxy-buds3-fe-iconic-design-enhanced-sound-galaxy-ai-integrationRead 7 October 2026Bluetooth audio is supported regardless of operating system. Advanced features and settings require supported Galaxy or Android device.5Measurementsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-fe-review-144120Read 7 October 2026App section says iPhone supports basic Bluetooth only.

Connection per platformiDocumented audio connection for each platform. USB-C phone routes require a compatible port. Platform edition and microphone restrictions belong in source notes or feature requirements.

AGoogle Pixel Buds 2a

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Android	Bluetooth	Yes
iOS	Bluetooth	Yes

Source9Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/12319417Read 8 October 2026Exact 2a Multipoint section explicitly includes Android and iOS phones and gives phone/video calls priority over music.21Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7558528Read 8 October 2026Android and other-device Bluetooth setup. Exact 2a Multipoint section confirms two active sources. iOS source eligibility and calls are corroborated by the separate Multipoint article.

BSamsung Galaxy Buds3 FE

Platform	Connection
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth

Source14Reviewwired.com/review/samsung-galaxy-buds3-feRead 7 October 2026Review explicitly says iPhone and non-Samsung Android phones pair and play through Bluetooth. Advanced Galaxy functions are not promised. Microphone flags omitted without separate platform-specific test proof.

Features that need a specific deviceiDevice, operating system, firmware, codec, content, account or region requirements for a named feature.

AGoogle Pixel Buds 2a

Feature	Needs
Bluetooth Super Wideband	Pixel 8 or newer phone
Clear Calling	Pixel 7 and later phones, including Fold
Gemini-powered features	Gemini mobile app on a compatible phone
Full access to features	Google Account, companion phone running Android 6.0 or newer, internet connection
Case battery replacement	Google documents out-of-warranty self-repair using official parts supplied through iFixit and its case battery replacement manual. Requires a Torx T5 screwdriver.
Multipoint	Enable Multipoint in the Pixel Buds app after pairing both source devices. Supports two concurrent Bluetooth sources, including Android and iOS phones, tablets and laptops.
Audio switch	Android 8+ with Google Play Services and the same Google Account, connected through Fast Pair.

Source1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Full access to features requires Google Account, companion phone running Android 6.0 or newer, internet connection.3Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7544332Read 6 October 2026Footnotes: Super Wideband requires Pixel 8 or new phone. Clear Calling is available on Pixel 7 and later phones, including Fold. Gemini-powered features require the Gemini mobile app on your compatible phone.9Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/12319417Read 8 October 2026Multipoint must be enabled in Pixel Buds app. Audio switch requires Fast Pair, Android 8+, Google Play Services and the same account.18Maker product pagesupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/16675512Read 8 October 2026Official parts and original Google case battery repair instructions are linked for out-of-warranty self-repair.19Owner's manualstorage.googleapis.com/support-kms-prod/llet051ZGSHW6lEUuctSchCEbc7h30TFJqmZRead 8 October 2026Use Google-authorized battery module and Torx T5 screwdriver. Case-only procedure and post-replacement USB-C functional check.

BSamsung Galaxy Buds3 FE

Feature	Needs
Auto Switch	Supported Galaxy devices signed into the same Samsung Account. This is automatic switching, not simultaneous Bluetooth multipoint.
Galaxy Wearable settings	Android 11 or later with at least 1.5 GB RAM and Samsung Account.
360 Audio	Compatible Samsung Galaxy smartphone or tablet with Android One UI 3.1 or later. Head tracking is not supported.
Live Translation and Interpreter	Compatible Samsung Galaxy device with Galaxy AI. Samsung Account and supported language packages. Processing is on the phone.
Google Gemini voice wake-up	Compatible phone with One UI 8.0 or later. Google Account and network can be required.
Gaming mode	Samsung mobile device running Android. Enable Gaming mode under Labs. Other Bluetooth devices do not establish this mode.

Source2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-introduces-galaxy-buds3-fe-iconic-design-enhanced-sound-galaxy-ai-integrationRead 7 October 20266Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Gaming mode is only available with a Samsung mobile device running Android. Settings options can vary by mobile device.

Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery per budiBattery cell capacity of one earbud. The source note states typical or rated capacity. Charging input current is not capacity.

77mAh12Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/16444169Read 6 October 2026Earbud models G3UGY and G76LT, battery model ID 1254S5: capacity 77 mAh. Typical or rated is not stated.

53mAh1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026Typical 53 mAh per earbud. US maker footnote gives rated 50 mAh separately. Typical capacity retained.

User-replaceable earbud batteryiThe maker documents normal battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Claimed battery lifeiManufacturer maximum runtime under the stated mode, codec and spatial processing state. Name the spatial or immersive processing mode and other conditions in source notes. Omit unspecified settings. with_case false means one charge of the earbuds. true means earbuds plus case recharges.

AGoogle Pixel Buds 2a

Mode	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC on	No	7
ANC off	No	10
ANC on	Yes	20
ANC off	Yes	27

Source1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Battery: ANC off up to 10 h earbuds and 27 h with case. ANC on up to 7 h earbuds and 20 h with case.3Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7544332Read 6 October 2026Battery table: with case 27 h ANC off and 20 h ANC on. Without case 10 h ANC off and 7 h ANC on. Music playback at 50% volume with pre-production hardware.

BSamsung Galaxy Buds3 FE

Mode	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC on	No	6
ANC off	No	8.5
ANC on	Yes	24
ANC off	Yes	30
Call	No	4
Call	Yes	18

Source2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-introduces-galaxy-buds3-fe-iconic-design-enhanced-sound-galaxy-ai-integrationRead 7 October 2026Specification table. Earbuds 6 h ANC on or 8.5 h off. Totals 24 or 30 h include earbuds and case. Call 4 h and total 18 h in either ANC state, so only one call condition is stored. Default settings on preproduction Galaxy phone, codec unspecified.

Longest claimed use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only runtime among all stored modes. This can be ANC off, Hearing Aid, heart-rate or call use. Read the battery table and source conditions.

10h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

8.5h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC enabled. Codec and spatial-audio conditions belong in the source note.

7h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

6h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC disabled. Codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

10h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

8.5h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Total with case (claimed)iHighest claimed runtime including the initial earbud charge and all case recharges. It is not the case recharge runtime alone.

27h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

30h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Total with case and ANC (claimed)iClaimed total playback with ANC, including the initial earbud charge and case recharges.

20h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

24h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Talk time (claimed)

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4h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Full charge time, budsiTime to charge discharged earbuds to full in the case. Excludes charging the case itself or a combined buds-and-case result.

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Charging guidanceiPublished charging guidance or estimates that do not separate earbuds and case. Preserve the maker’s component scope and limits. Do not assign an unspecified or combined estimate to a component-specific numeric field.

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Quick charge timeiCharge duration corresponding to quick_charge_playback_h. Source note states earbuds-only or case-inclusive charging and playback settings.

5min1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 20265-minute charge of earbuds in the charging case delivers up to 1 hour of listening time with ANC on.

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Earbud playback after quick chargeiEarbuds-only runtime after quick_charge_min of charging. A claimed case-inclusive total does not qualify. ANC, codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

1h1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Earbuds-only listening time after a 5-minute charge in the case, ANC on.

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Charging case

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Case batteryiCharging-case battery cell capacity. The source note distinguishes typical, rated and output capacity. USB output capacity alone does not qualify.

399mAh12Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/16444169Read 6 October 2026Case model GNN2Z, battery model ID GD6RL: capacity 399 mAh. Typical or rated is not stated. Not USB output capacity.

515mAh1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026Typical 515 mAh case cell. US maker footnote gives rated 500 mAh separately. Typical capacity retained.

User-replaceable case batteryiThe maker documents normal case battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

Yes18Maker product pagesupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/16675512Read 8 October 2026Exact Pixel Buds 2a support page has a Self-repair section. Out-of-warranty owners obtain official parts through iFixit and follow the linked Google repair manual.19Owner's manualstorage.googleapis.com/support-kms-prod/llet051ZGSHW6lEUuctSchCEbc7h30TFJqmZRead 8 October 2026Original Google Pixel Buds 2a battery replacement manual v1.1. Pages 10 and 14-21 describe Torx T5 tools, case screws, battery module removal and replacement. This is case battery replacement, not earbud cell replacement.

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Case charging port

USB-C1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Charging case: USB-C charging port.

USB-C6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Device layout labels charging case USB Type-C port.

Case full charge timeiBy cable, 0 to 100 %. A time the maker gives with the earbuds inside the case counts, and the source note says so.

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Wireless charging

No2Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2aRead 6 October 2026FAQ: Pixel Buds 2a do not support wireless charging (available on Pixel Buds Pro 2).4Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/10595435Read 6 October 2026Wireless Charging shows a dash for Pixel Buds 2a.

No5Measurementsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-fe-review-144120Read 7 October 2026Battery section explicitly says not supported.

Wireless standardsiDocumented case charging standards or supported chargers. Magnetic alignment alone does not establish Qi2 certification.

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Wireless charging poweriHighest wireless charging input the maker states for the case. The output of a charging pad does not count.

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Speaker in caseiAn audio speaker physically in the charging case, for locating or status sounds. A microphone in the case is separate.

No20Reviewandroidcentral.com/accessories/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-2a-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact 2a review by Brady Snyder, Iris sample. Specs and charging-case discussion explicitly state no case speaker. Find Hub can ring the earbuds, not the case.

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Screen on case

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Case works as audio transmitteriCase relays external source audio through USB or an analog audio input. A case microphone for recording or calls does not qualify.

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Controls

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ControlsiPressure is a force sensor that does not move, such as a stem you squeeze. Button is a key that moves when pressed.

Touch, Voice commands1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Capacitive touch (tap) sensors for music, calls, and voice assistant controls. Voice commands through Gemini.7Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7560934Read 6 October 2026Touch gestures and Hey Google voice commands. No swipe and no head gestures on Pixel Buds 2a.

Pressure, Swipe, Voice commands6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Using earbuds and Listening to music. Pinch controls and volume swipe.

Earbud volume controliHow earbud controls adjust volume, including a voice command if supported. Phone or app controls alone do not qualify.

Voice7Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7560934Read 6 October 2026Swipe volume is not available on Pixel Buds 2a. Volume works by saying Hey Google, turn up the volume.

Swipe6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026

Gestures

Tap, Double Tap, Triple Tap, Press & Hold7Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7560934Read 6 October 2026Gesture table for Pixel Buds 2a: tap, double tap or triple tap yes, press and hold yes, swipe (volume) no, head gestures no.

Single pinch: play or pause, answer or end a call, Double pinch: next track, Triple pinch: previous track, Pinch and hold: selected action or decline a call, Swipe up or down: volume6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Understanding gestures, page 21. Single, double and triple pinch, pinch and hold, and vertical volume swipe. Call mute is not stated.

Remappable controls

Yes7Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7560934Read 6 October 2026Press and hold switches noise control by default and can be set to activate Gemini instead.

Yes6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026

Voice assistant

Gemini2Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2aRead 6 October 2026Hands-free help from Gemini. Say Hey Google or long-press an earbud.

Bixby, Google Gemini, Google Assistant2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-introduces-galaxy-buds3-fe-iconic-design-enhanced-sound-galaxy-ai-integrationRead 7 October 20267Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/8806097620952_f_0Read 7 October 2026Page 2 stem controls lists Gemini, Bixby and Google Assistant. Assistants depend on paired compatible device and account/software conditions.

Sensors and health

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In-ear detection

Yes1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026IR proximity sensor for in-ear detection to play and pause automatically.

Yes6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Wearing the earbuds. Touch-sensitive sensors detect insertion. This is not a claim of automatic playback pause on every removal.

Sensors

Capacitive touch (tap) sensors, IR proximity sensor, Hall Effect sensor (case)1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Sensors table: capacitive touch (tap) sensors and IR proximity sensor per earbud. Case: Hall Effect sensor for case open and close detection.

Hall sensor, Pressure sensor, Proximity sensor, Touch sensor1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026

Heart rate sensor

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Skin temperature sensingiA documented skin temperature sensor. This is separate from the operating temperature range or a heart-rate sensor.

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Hearing aid featureiAmplification for mild to moderate hearing loss

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Medical clearances

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Hearing testiA documented hearing assessment feature, including consumer sound-personalization tests. Medical diagnostic clearance must be stated separately.

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Hearing protectioniLimits sudden loud sounds

No2Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2aRead 6 October 2026Compare block lists Loud Noise Protection for Pro 2 and a dash for Pixel Buds 2a.4Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/10595435Read 6 October 2026Loud Noise Protection shows a dash for Pixel Buds 2a.

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Health features

Hearing Wellness4Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/10595435Read 6 October 2026Hearing Wellness checkmark for Pixel Buds 2a.10Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/14005705Read 6 October 2026Hearing Wellness is available on Pixel Buds Pro, Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Pixel Buds 2a. Volume exposure levels and notifications.

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Fit and durability

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Ear tips includediTip sizes supplied with the product, including the pair fitted to the earbuds. Do not list separately sold sizes as included.

XS, S, M, L1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Eartips with 4 size options: extra small, small, medium (attached to earbuds), large.

S, M, L7Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/8806097620952_f_0Read 7 October 2026Page 2 Box contents explicitly three pairs S/M/L. Includes fitted pair, not separately sold sizes.

Ear tip materials

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Silicone11Reviewsoundguys.com/product/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-feRead 7 October 2026Design table lists plastic and silicone chassis materials. Exact Notebookcheck review separately identifies the supplied S/M/L tips as silicone. Passive isolation 66 dB database cell conflicts with original review 66 percent and is not used.13Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Premium-mid-range-headphones-with-bargain-appeal-Samsung-Galaxy-Buds3-FE-review.1211124.0.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact Buds3 FE specifications Included in the box row explicitly names silicone ear tips in three S/M/L sets. Body and ergonomics paragraph independently calls the three tip sizes silicone.

StabilisersiPhysical stabilizing fittings or structures. Stability bands are separate from fins, wings and ear hooks.

Fins2Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2aRead 6 October 2026Twist-to-adjust stabilizer. SoundGuys describes it as a semicircular fin.17Reviewsoundguys.com/google-pixel-buds-2a-review-diet-pixel-buds-at-a-palatable-price-145804Read 6 October 2026Each bud has a semicircular fin that pushes against your outer ear.

None12Reviewwired.com/review/samsung-galaxy-buds3-feRead 7 October 2026Review explicitly says no silicone stability fin. Maker device-layout drawings show tips and stems with no fins, bands, hooks or wings.

Ear tip fit test

Yes21Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7558528Read 8 October 2026Step 2 expressly includes Pixel Buds 2a in Eartip Seal Check support.

Yes6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Sound quality and effects, page 30. Earbud fit test checks fit for sound and ANC.

Dust and water rating, buds

IP541Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Sweat and water resistance: Earbuds IP54.

IP542Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-introduces-galaxy-buds3-fe-iconic-design-enhanced-sound-galaxy-ai-integrationRead 7 October 2026Water Resistance footnote applies to earbuds only. No case IP rating is inferred.

Dust and water rating, case

IPX41Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Sweat and water resistance: Case IPX4.

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Water resistance depth

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Software

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Companion app

Pixel Buds app11Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/9642078Read 6 October 2026Pixel Buds mobile app on Android, plus the Pixel Buds web companion app.

Galaxy Wearable6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026

App platforms

Android, Windows, macOS, ChromeOS2Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2aRead 6 October 2026FAQ: Pixel Buds web companion app on Chrome OS, MacOS, and Windows. The mobile app is Android.11Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/9642078Read 6 October 2026Web companion app supports Pixel Buds 2a on ChromeOS 128+, macOS Sonoma+ and Windows 11+.

Android6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026

User firmware updates

Yes11Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/9642078Read 6 October 2026Firmware updates install from the mobile app or the web companion app.

Yes6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Earbuds software update section explicitly allows Download and install updates.

Finding network

Google Find Hub2Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2aRead 6 October 2026Find Hub can pinpoint the precise location of your earbuds on a map.

Samsung Find1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026Services and Applications explicitly names Samsung Find.

Precision findingiUWB in the case

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Live translation

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Yes2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-introduces-galaxy-buds3-fe-iconic-design-enhanced-sound-galaxy-ai-integrationRead 7 October 2026

Dimensions and weight

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Weight per budiMass of one earbud. Tip size and approximate values belong in the source note. Do not store pair or case-inclusive mass.

4.7g(0.2 oz)1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026Each earbud 4.7 g with medium eartip. Case 47.6 g is with earbuds, so case_weight_g is left out.

5g(0.2 oz)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026Physical specifications and launch table. One earbud with M ear tip.

Bud dimensionsiDimensions of one earbud on the explicitly identified width, height and depth axes. An unlabeled tuple cannot establish those axes.

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Width18Height21.1Depth33.8mm(0.7 × 0.8 × 1.3 in)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026Launch table labels width 18.0, height 21.1 and depth 33.8 mm, excluding ear tips. French sheet labels its 18 x 21.1 x 33.8 tuple Lxlxh, conflicting with the directly labelled Canada and US width/height/depth. Retained direct W/H/D labels. No tuple reordering by appearance.

Case weightiCharging case mass excluding earbuds. Case-inclusive product mass does not qualify unless the source explicitly gives the empty-case figure.

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41.8g(1.5 oz)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026

Case dimensionsiCharging-case width, height and depth on explicitly identified source axes. Report conflicting axis labels rather than reorder a tuple by appearance.

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Width58.9Height48.7Depth24.4mm(2.3 × 1.9 × 1 in)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026

Certifications

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Hi-Res AudioiThe Japan Audio Society logos. Hi-Res Audio Wireless is also written Hi-Res Wireless Audio.

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Communication certifications

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FCC IDs

SZGG3UGY, SZGG76LT, SZGGNN2Z12Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/16444169Read 6 October 2026FCC ID: Left Earbud SZGG3UGY, Right Earbud SZGG76LT, Charging Case SZGGNN2Z.

A3LSMR420L, A3LSMR420R16Owner's manualmanuals.plus/samsung/sm-r420-galaxy-buds3-fe-wireless-earbuds-manual.pdfRead 7 October 2026Republished Samsung US quick-start legal text page 4 identifies exact SM-R420 and A3LSMR420L left/A3LSMR420R right. Public indexed PDF opened. Right ID independently corroborated by FCC grant mirror. Applies to US SM-R420 radio hardware, not a claim of France FCC certification.17Regulatory filingfccid.io/A3LSMR420RRead 7 October 2026Samsung applicant FCC grant entry explicitly A3LSMR420R for SMR420R Bluetooth headset. US grant 2025-08-01. Left ID is separately stated in republished manufacturer quick-start legal text.

Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Earbuds, Charging case, Eartips with 4 size options: extra small, small, medium (attached to earbuds), large, Quick Start Guide1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026

Galaxy Buds3 FE earbuds, Charging case, Three pairs of ear tips (S, M, L), User documentation7Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/8806097620952_f_0Read 7 October 2026Page 2 France box contents: earbuds with case, three S/M/L tip pairs and user documentation. Applied only to the two France variants. No included cable or charger claimed.

Cables included

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Links

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Product page

store.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a2Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2aRead 6 October 2026

www.samsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxac1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-fe-black-sm-r420nzkaxacRead 7 October 2026

Spec sheet

store.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specs1Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_2a_specsRead 6 October 2026

boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/8806097620952_f_07Maker spec sheet (PDF)boulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/8806097620952_f_0Read 7 October 2026Two-page Samsung France product sheet. Page 1 identifies SM-R420 and Samsung France. Page 2 visually checked.

Manual

support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/1644416912Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/16444169Read 6 October 2026Safety, Warranty and Regulatory Guide for Google Pixel Buds 2a.

org.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspx6Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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2years18Maker product pagesamsung.com/fr/support/warrantyRead 7 October 2026Samsung France commercial warranty lists Galaxy Buds at 24 months. This value is for the proved France SKUs SM-R420NZKAXEF and SM-R420NZAAXEF. It does not describe Canada or other markets. Statutory consumer rights are excluded.

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