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General

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Series

Galaxy Buds1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026

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

SM-R400N5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Cover identifies SM-R400N.

A3954, A3954ZF1, A3954Z21, A3954ZG14Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/a3954-liberty-4-pro-tws-earbuds.jsRead 20 October 2026

GTIN / EAN

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194644297237, 194644297206, 1946442074344Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/a3954-liberty-4-pro-tws-earbuds.jsRead 20 October 2026US store barcodes per colour. The EU store uses the same barcodes for its own SKU names.

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

3 October 20232Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-galaxy-tab-s9-fe-galaxy-buds-fe-bring-standout-features-to-even-more-usersRead 5 October 2026

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Status

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Available4Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/a3954-liberty-4-pro-tws-earbuds.jsRead 20 October 2026The US store lists all three colours as available on the access date.

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

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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.

Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE15Reviewgsmarena.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.16Reviewsoundguys.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.

soundcore Liberty 5 Pro11Press articlephileweb.com/sp/news/d-av/202605/27/65209.htmlRead 23 October 2026PhileWeb's launch report names the Liberty 4 Pro as the previous model of the Liberty 5 Pro series.12Press articleexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/soundcore-liberty-5-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Expert Reviews names the Liberty 4 Pro as a predecessor of the Liberty 5 Pro.

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

$99.992Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-galaxy-tab-s9-fe-galaxy-buds-fe-bring-standout-features-to-even-more-usersRead 5 October 2026

$129.997Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-liberty-4-pro-review-125410Read 20 October 2026Spec box price $129.99. Digital Trends and Mezha also report $130 and $129 at launch. The maker's US store now lists $149.99.

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.

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

DE, US2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-galaxy-tab-s9-fe-galaxy-buds-fe-bring-standout-features-to-even-more-usersRead 5 October 2026Original US availability section names Samsung.com, Experience Stores and major retailers.6Press releasenews.samsung.com/de/galaxy-s23-fe-galaxy-tab-s9-fe-und-galaxy-buds-fe-machen-spannende-funktionen-fur-viele-nutzerinnen-erlebbarRead 7 October 2026Maker German launch release gives German e-store availability. Existing original US maker launch confirms US retail. Other markets are not inferred from language-only pages.

US, GB, EU, JP4Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/a3954-liberty-4-pro-tws-earbuds.jsRead 20 October 2026Also sold through the UK, EU and Japan stores of the maker.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Graphite, White1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Glossy Black, Pearl White, Blue4Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/a3954-liberty-4-pro-tws-earbuds.jsRead 20 October 2026US store lists Glossy Black, Pearl White and BIue, with a typo in the last name. Stored as Blue. Anker Japan sells Midnight Black, Pearl White, Sky Blue and Deep Green under other SKUs, and the EU store lists more colours.

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Music3Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/a3954-liberty-4-pro-tws-earbudsRead 20 October 2026

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-ear2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-galaxy-tab-s9-fe-galaxy-buds-fe-bring-standout-features-to-even-more-usersRead 5 October 2026

In-ear3Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/a3954-liberty-4-pro-tws-earbudsRead 20 October 2026

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

Stemless2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-galaxy-tab-s9-fe-galaxy-buds-fe-bring-standout-features-to-even-more-usersRead 5 October 2026

Stem3Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/a3954-liberty-4-pro-tws-earbudsRead 20 October 2026Stemmed earbuds with a control area on the stem.

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

Either bud5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Printed page 16 says a single connected earbud plays mono and both together stereo. Page 35 left/right balance permits either side and noise controls with one earbud. No fixed master bud restriction.

Either bud1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

RGB lighting

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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.

ASamsung Galaxy Buds FE

Type	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	6.5	1

Source8Reviewheadphones.com/blogs/reviews/samsung-buds-fe-review-the-tws-earbuds-i-thought-i-wantedRead 7 October 2026Headphones.com explicitly says single dynamic driver IEM. Diameter 6.5 mm comes independently from the Android Central exact statement about the older 2023 Galaxy Buds FE, not the 11 mm Buds3 FE. Acoustic role not named and omitted. Maker 1-way supports architecture, not diameter.14Press articleandroidcentral.com/accessories/earbuds/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-fe-vs-galaxy-buds-3-proRead 7 October 2026Sound quality/specs paragraph explicitly says the older Galaxy Buds FE used a 6.5 mm driver in each earbud. The new Buds3 FE 11 mm is not inherited. Single dynamic count/type supported by separate purchased Headphones review.

Bsoundcore Liberty 4 Pro

Type	Role	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	Woofer	10.5	1
Dynamic	Tweeter	4.6	1

Source1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table lists 10.5mm and 4.6mm dynamic drivers. The US page calls the second a titanium-coated tweeter and Anker Japan names the 10.5 mm driver for bass and the 4.6 mm driver for mid and high range. One of each per earbud.

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

Dynamic8Reviewheadphones.com/blogs/reviews/samsung-buds-fe-review-the-tws-earbuds-i-thought-i-wantedRead 7 October 2026Exact purchased Galaxy Buds FE review explicitly dynamic driver. No type inferred from material.

Dynamic1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 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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Titanium-coated (tweeter)3Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/a3954-liberty-4-pro-tws-earbudsRead 20 October 2026US page names a titanium-coated tweeter next to the 10.5mm driver. Only the tweeter coating is stated.

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

Min20 HzMax20 kHz9Reviewroot-nation.com/en/audio-en/headphones-en/en-samsung-galaxy-buds-fe-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact 2023 product review technical specification states acoustic frequency response 20 Hz to 20000 Hz. Maker does not publish range. Tolerance, SPL and codec not stated. Not a Bluetooth bandwidth claim.

Min14 HzMax40 kHz1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table prints 14Hz - 40kHz with no codec or conditions.

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

No8Reviewheadphones.com/blogs/reviews/samsung-buds-fe-review-the-tws-earbuds-i-thought-i-wantedRead 7 October 2026Purchased review explicitly says no personalized audio feature measuring the ear to create an automatic EQ profile. Tested firmware R400NXXU0AWHF, Samsung S21 FE using SSC. This is a reviewed feature absence, not a claim about every future firmware.

Yes7Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-liberty-4-pro-review-125410Read 20 October 2026

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.

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87Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-liberty-4-pro-review-125410Read 20 October 2026Eight-band custom equalizer in the soundcore app. The app also has 22 presets.

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

Bass Boost, Clear, Dynamic, Soft, Treble Boost4Measurementsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-fe-review-101795Read 5 October 2026Equalizer chart sections explicitly name Bass Boost, Clear, Dynamic, Soft and Treble Boost. The manual mentions six options, but no additional preset name is inferred.

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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.

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Spatial Audio (Music, Podcast, Movie and Game modes)1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026Four Spatial Audio modes: Music, Podcast, Movie and Game. Spatial Audio is not supported when LDAC is on.

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

No10Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/samsung/galaxy-buds-fe-truly-wirelessRead 7 October 2026Public introduction explicitly says no head-tracking feature. No 360 Audio is also stated. Current review Test Bench 2.3.

Yes1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026Spatial Audio Music Mode offers head tracking or fixed. Podcast, Movie and Game modes are listed without head tracking.

Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Yes3Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/a3954-liberty-4-pro-tws-earbudsRead 20 October 2026Seven sensors and real-time adaptive noise reduction that adapts every 0.3 seconds.

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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69Press articlemezha.ua/en/2024/10/07/anker-soundcore-liberty-4-pro-is-presented-tws-headphones-with-anc-and-up-to-40-hours-of-battery-life-for-129/ampRead 20 October 2026Mezha describes seven sensors as six microphones and a barometer. Calls also use the six microphones.10Press articlemacerkopf.de/2025/01/07/anker-soundcore-liberty4-pro-ces2025Read 20 October 2026Six noise cancelling sensors plus a barometric pressure sensor for an airplane mode.

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

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Yes1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026Ambient Sound section: ANC levels 6 to 10 adapt to the ears and environment.

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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51Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026ANC is level 6 to 10, so 5 levels. Transparency is level 1 to 5. Normal sits between them.

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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Transparency mode

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Yes1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

Adjustable transparency

Yes5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Accessibility: Amplify ambient sound lets the user adjust Ambient sound volume and Ambient sound tone.

Yes1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026Transparency is level 1 to 5 on the slider and in the app.

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

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Conversation detection

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Yes1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026Easy Chat lowers music volume and enables transparency while you talk, then returns to the ANC level after 5, 10 or 15 seconds of silence. ANC mode only.

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

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Yes3Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/a3954-liberty-4-pro-tws-earbudsRead 20 October 2026Six microphones, a noise cancelling algorithm and wind noise reduction technology for calls.

Measured

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

Bass emphasis, relaxed upper mids and reduced upper treble in the stock tuning.12Measurementheadphones.com/blogs/reviews/samsung-buds-fe-review-the-tws-earbuds-i-thought-i-wantedRead 7 October 2026Purchased review, Samsung S21 FE with SSC, firmware R400NXXU0AWHF, stock Android settings. IEC 711 clone coupler, compensated modified DF HRTF plus 10 dB preference slope. Reviewer warns measurements above 8 kHz are inaccurate and the 8-10 kHz peak can be a rig artifact. No numeric bass-deviation amount inferred from target slope. Treble-rolloff text is a qualitative result. No quantitative extension above the reviewer-stated 8 kHz rig limit is inferred.

SoundGuys found the default sound follows its headphone preference curve closely across the mids and highs, with more emphasis on bass below 200 Hz.7Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-liberty-4-pro-review-125410Read 20 October 2026Objective measurements section. SoundGuys compares the default sound with its headphone 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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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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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

RTINGS tests found limited vocal treble with strong suppression of surrounding noise.13Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/samsung/galaxy-buds-fe-truly-wirelessRead 7 October 2026Public Microphone verdict identifies own tests. Test Bench 2.3, tested White unit. Public codec, firmware, volume and microphone test settings not specified. Reader-reported real-world problems are not stored as lab measurements and are noted as a limit.

SoundGuys found voices clear in its ideal-conditions demo. In simulated office and street noise some background noise gets through while the voice stays in focus. Simulated wind and reverberant space were handled well. These are qualitative results.7Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-liberty-4-pro-review-125410Read 20 October 2026SoundGuys microphone demos in ideal, office, street, windy and reverberant conditions. No numerical speech bandwidth or noise score is stored.

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.

ASamsung Galaxy Buds FE

Hours (h)
4.63

Source4Measurementsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-fe-review-101795Read 5 October 2026Battery test 4 h 38 min continuous music peaking at 75 dB SPL. ANC mode, codec and firmware are not explicitly stated for that result, so omitted from row. Not case-inclusive.

Bsoundcore Liberty 4 Pro

ANC	Hours (h)
Yes	5.7

Source7Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-liberty-4-pro-review-125410Read 20 October 20265 h 42 min with ANC enabled, stored as 5.7 h. One-week test of a maker-provided unit on earbud firmware 03.17, case firmware 02.56 and soundcore app 5.5.0. SoundGuys plays real music peaking at 75 dBSPL. Codec and host are not stated.

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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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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63Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/a3954-liberty-4-pro-tws-earbudsRead 20 October 20266-Mic AI Clear Calls.

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.

61Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 2 lists three microphones, two outer and one inner, per earbud. Six total across pair. Voice and ANC role counts not inferred.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds-fe-graphite-sm-r400nzaadbtRead 7 October 2026Technical table Anzahl Mikrofone explicitly states 6 across the product pair.

65Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/a3954Read 20 October 2026Six microphones are used for call noise removal and the seven sensors for ANC include a new barometric sensor, so six microphones in total.

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

AI3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds-fe-graphite-sm-r400nzaadbtRead 7 October 2026Call section explicitly identifies the DNN solution that removes background noise from calls. DNN is a deep neural network.

AI3Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/a3954-liberty-4-pro-tws-earbudsRead 20 October 2026

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

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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

Yes5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Use Ambient sound during calls lets the user hear their own voice clearly while calling.

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Connectivity

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Chip

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Connections

Bluetooth1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Bluetooth1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

Bluetooth

5.21Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026

5.31Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

Bluetooth codecs

AAC, SBC, Samsung Scalable Codec4Measurementsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-fe-review-101795Read 5 October 2026Connectivity section explicitly says SBC, AAC and Samsung Scalable. Stored as Samsung Scalable Codec, the name used for the other Galaxy Buds. Launch table typo AAA is not retained.

SBC, AAC, LDAC5Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/a3954Read 20 October 2026Comparison table lists SBC / AAC / LDAC.

Bluetooth profiles

A2DP, AVRCP, HFP11Maker product pagesamsung.com/nz/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds-fe-graphite-sm-r400nzaaasaRead 7 October 2026Exact model SM-R400N NZ product Connectivity specification. Same marketed hardware, regional box details not inherited.

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LE Audio

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Auracast

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

No10Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/samsung/galaxy-buds-fe-truly-wirelessRead 7 October 2026Public introduction/office verdict explicitly no multi-device pairing. Maker Auto Switch remains separate account-mediated handoff.

Yes1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

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

19Reviewroot-nation.com/en/audio-en/headphones-en/en-samsung-galaxy-buds-fe-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact review explicitly cannot connect to two source devices simultaneously. One source connection at a time, not pairing-memory capacity. Maker Auto Switch changes active source, rather than simultaneous multipoint.

25Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/a3954Read 20 October 2026Multipoint connects to two devices at the same time.

Multipoint with LDACiMany buds turn multipoint off on LDAC

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No1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026LDAC section says that with two devices connected the app warns that LDAC is not supported. The Anker Japan comparison table says LDAC can be used with multipoint. The manual is kept.

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

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Automatic switching between own devicesiThrough the maker's account

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026

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Fast pairing

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Google Fast Pair1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

Audio sharingiShare one stream with a second pair

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Wireless range (claimed)

10m5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Printed page 17 Precautions for Bluetooth maximum 10 m, environment can reduce distance. Maker claim, not measured distance.

10m1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

Wireless receiveri2.4 GHz dongle

None10Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/samsung/galaxy-buds-fe-truly-wirelessRead 7 October 2026Public Wireless Gaming verdict says Bluetooth-only headphones. No proprietary 2.4 GHz receiver audio route. Ordinary host Bluetooth adapters are separate.

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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.

No10Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/samsung/galaxy-buds-fe-truly-wirelessRead 7 October 2026Exact review explicitly Bluetooth-only connection. No 2.4 GHz audio connection to combine with Bluetooth.

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Latency

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Low latency mode

Yes5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Printed page 34 Labs explicitly Gaming mode to minimize video/audio delay. Only Samsung Android mobile devices. No numeric latency claim inferred.

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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, iOS, Windows1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Android, iOS, Windows, macOS7Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-liberty-4-pro-review-125410Read 20 October 2026Reviewer used the earbuds with an iPhone 15 Pro, notes LDAC needs a compatible Android phone and lists computer audio setup in the maker FAQ.

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.

ASamsung Galaxy Buds FE

Platform	Connection
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth
Windows	Bluetooth

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026Exact US datasheet states Android: Galaxy Wearable, iOS: Bluetooth only and Windows 10: Galaxy Buds app. Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2. Route corroborated by the user manual and by a reviewer who paired a PC. Microphone behavior per platform not stated, so omitted. Samsung TV is supported but the platform list has no Samsung TV.

Bsoundcore Liberty 4 Pro

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

ASamsung Galaxy Buds 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 8 or later with at least 1.5 GB RAM. Advanced features can require Samsung Galaxy devices.
Live translation	Translation is performed by a supported Galaxy S24, S24+ or S24 Ultra phone with Galaxy AI software. A network connection and Samsung Account are required. Some languages require a downloaded language package. The latest phone software update may be required.
Gaming mode	Available only with a Samsung mobile device running Android. Enable it in Galaxy Wearable under Earbuds settings, then Labs.

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 20263Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds-fe-graphite-sm-r400nzaadbtRead 7 October 20265Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Supports the added Gaming mode row from printed page 34 Labs. Other existing rows have separate maker sources.

Bsoundcore Liberty 4 Pro

Feature	Needs
LDAC	Android 8.0 or later, enabled as Preferred audio quality in the soundcore app. Not available while connected to two devices. Spatial Audio is off while LDAC is on. LDAC raises power use and shortens playtime.
Google Fast Pair	Android 6.0 or later.
Head tracking	Spatial Audio Music mode set to head tracking in the soundcore app. Fixed mode has no head tracking.
Easy Chat	Enable in the soundcore app. Available only in ANC mode.
Touch bar menu	The case menu shows only Ambient Sound by default. Add Spatial Audio, Atmospheric, Find Device and Remote Camera in the soundcore app.

Source1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

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.

60mAh2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-galaxy-tab-s9-fe-galaxy-buds-fe-bring-standout-features-to-even-more-usersRead 5 October 2026Galaxy Buds FE table lists typical 60 mAh per earbud. Rated 58 mAh is not substituted.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds-fe-graphite-sm-r400nzaadbtRead 7 October 2026Akku table explicitly labels 60 mAh typical earbud cell, not charging current.

56mAh1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table lists Earbuds 56mAh x 2 and Charging Case 580mAh. Stored per earbud. Typical or rated is not stated.

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.

ASamsung Galaxy Buds FE

Mode	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC on	No	6
ANC off	No	9
ANC on	Yes	21
ANC off	Yes	30
Call	No	4
Call	Yes	14

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 2 Battery and footnote 3: 6 h ANC on, 9 h off, total 21/30 h including earbuds and case. Current launch table and page say 8.5 h off. Datasheet retained. Call rows come from separate launch table.2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-galaxy-tab-s9-fe-galaxy-buds-fe-bring-standout-features-to-even-more-usersRead 5 October 2026Talk Time table: ANC-off single charge 4 h, total 14 h including case. ANC-on 3.5/13 h cannot be separated by the call enum, so omitted.

Bsoundcore Liberty 4 Pro

Mode	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	No	10
ANC off	Yes	40
ANC on	No	7.5
ANC on	Yes	30
Transparency	No	7.5
Transparency	Yes	30
Call	No	4.5

Source1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table: ANC off up to 10 h and 40 h with case, ANC on up to 7.5 h and 30 h. Anker FAQ test was at default settings, normal mode and 50 percent volume. LDAC increases power use and reduces playtime.2Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/Different-Playtimes-of-soundcore-Liberty-4-Pro-from-a-Single-Charge-With-the-Charging-CaseRead 20 October 2026Maker FAQ: ANC 7.5 h and 30 h with case, normal 10 h and 40 h, transparency 7.5 h and 30 h. Calls 4 h with ANC, 4.5 h in normal mode and 4 h with transparency. The call row stores the normal-mode 4.5 h. Tested in the Anker laboratory at default settings, normal mode and 50 percent volume.

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.

9h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

10h=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.

6h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

7.5h=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.

9h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

10h=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.

30h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

40h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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

21h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

30h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Talk time (claimed)

4h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

4.5h=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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40min1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table says charging time for earbuds up to 40 minutes. SoundGuys lists 45 minutes.

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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The manual gives up to 40 minutes for the earbuds. An empty case takes 2.5 hours by cable and 3.5 hours wirelessly. Case input is 5 V 1 A. The case stops charging the earbuds when its battery drops below 20 percent. Dry the earbuds and the USB-C port before charging.1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

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

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5min1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

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.

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4h1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026Charging section says a 5-minute charge of the earbuds gives 4 hours of playtime. ANC, volume and codec are not stated.

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.

479mAh2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-galaxy-tab-s9-fe-galaxy-buds-fe-bring-standout-features-to-even-more-usersRead 5 October 2026Typical 479 mAh. Launch footnote incorrectly gives rated 500 mAh greater than typical, so rated capacity is not stored.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds-fe-graphite-sm-r400nzaadbtRead 7 October 2026

580mAh1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table lists Charging Case 580mAh. Typical or rated is not stated.

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.

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Case charging port

USB-C5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Device layout labels charging case USB Type-C port.

USB-C1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

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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150min1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026Charging section says recharging the case with the earbuds removed takes 2.5 hours by cable and 3.5 hours by wireless charging.

Wireless charging

No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 2 Charging explicitly says Wired. No Qi charging support.

Yes1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026Charging section says to place the case at the centre of a wireless charger. No standard is named.

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.

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Yes1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026Reset section says a notification sound plays from the charging case. SoundGuys says the app can play a tone from either the earbuds or the case.7Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-liberty-4-pro-review-125410Read 20 October 2026The Find Device section of the app plays a loud tone from either the earbuds or the charging case.

Screen on case

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Yes1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026Smart Display on the charging case with a touch bar.

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.

Touch5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Pages 20-25. Touch, double touch, triple touch and hold. Hold can control volume after customization.

Pressure, Swipe1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

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

Touch5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026

Swipe1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

Gestures

Single touch to play or pause, Double touch for next track and answer or end calls, Triple touch for previous track, Touch and hold for the assigned feature5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Printed page 21 Understanding touch actions. Single touch and hold enabled by default. Double/triple touches must be enabled through touch controls settings. Hold configurable for noise control, Bixby, volume or Spotify. Maker mapping takes precedence over simplified review table.

Squeeze once on either earbud: play or pause, or answer a call, Squeeze twice on the right earbud: next track, Squeeze twice on the left earbud: previous track, Tap and hold either earbud for 2 seconds: switch between ANC and transparency, or reject or end a call, Slide up on either earbud: volume up, Slide down on either earbud: volume down, Pinch both earbud stems for 3 seconds: pair a second device1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026Controls table for dual earbuds. Squeeze controls can be customised in the app. Using a single earbud, squeeze twice plays the next track and there is no previous-track gesture.

Remappable controls

Yes5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026

Yes1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

Voice assistant

Bixby2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-galaxy-tab-s9-fe-galaxy-buds-fe-bring-standout-features-to-even-more-usersRead 5 October 20263Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds-fe-graphite-sm-r400nzaadbtRead 7 October 2026

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Sensors and health

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In-ear detection

Yes5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Wearing the earbuds. Sensors detect insertion and emit a tone. Not an automatic-pause guarantee.

Yes1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

Sensors

Hall sensor, Proximity sensor, Touch sensor3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds-fe-graphite-sm-r400nzaadbtRead 7 October 2026

Barometric pressure sensor5Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/a3954Read 20 October 2026Seven sensors for ANC, with a new barometric pressure sensor that works when Airplane Mode is turned on in the soundcore app.9Press articlemezha.ua/en/2024/10/07/anker-soundcore-liberty-4-pro-is-presented-tws-headphones-with-anc-and-up-to-40-hours-of-battery-life-for-129/ampRead 20 October 2026Seven sensors including one barometer.10Press articlemacerkopf.de/2025/01/07/anker-soundcore-liberty4-pro-ces2025Read 20 October 2026Barometric pressure sensor for the airplane mode. The same article gives a 149.99 euro price at its January 2025 launch while other reports say 129.99, so no euro price is stored.

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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Yes7Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-liberty-4-pro-review-125410Read 20 October 2026HearID Sound Test creates an EQ preset for hearing differences. It is consumer sound personalization, not a medical test.

Hearing protectioniLimits sudden loud sounds

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Health features

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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.

S, M, L2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-galaxy-tab-s9-fe-galaxy-buds-fe-bring-standout-features-to-even-more-usersRead 5 October 20263Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds-fe-graphite-sm-r400nzaadbtRead 7 October 2026

XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

Ear tip materials

Silicone9Reviewroot-nation.com/en/audio-en/headphones-en/en-samsung-galaxy-buds-fe-reviewRead 7 October 2026Reviewer explicitly regular silicone tips of various sizes. Headphones reviewer describes different feel but does not establish a different material composition.

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

Wing tips1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026

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Ear tip fit test

Yes5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Printed page 33 Earbud fit test explicitly starts acoustic check with both earbuds and asks adjustment if needed. Compatible Galaxy Wearable host required.

Yes1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

Dust and water rating, buds

IPX22Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-galaxy-tab-s9-fe-galaxy-buds-fe-bring-standout-features-to-even-more-usersRead 5 October 2026

IP551Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table lists IP55 for the earbuds. SoundGuys and press list IPX5. Anker Japan says the case is not rated.

Dust and water rating, case

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Water resistance depth

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Software

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Companion app

Galaxy Wearable5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Galaxy Wearable app section. Android compatibility and feature limitations apply.

soundcore1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

App platforms

Android5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026

Android, iOS1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

User firmware updates

Yes5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026Earbuds software update section allows Download and install.

Yes1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026

Finding network

Samsung Find2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-galaxy-tab-s9-fe-galaxy-buds-fe-bring-standout-features-to-even-more-usersRead 5 October 2026

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Precision findingiUWB in the case

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Live translation

Yes3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds-fe-graphite-sm-r400nzaadbtRead 7 October 2026Live translation section explicitly names Galaxy Buds FE receiving translated audio from a Galaxy S24 phone. Footnotes name Galaxy S24, S24+ and S24 Ultra support from February 2024, network connection, Samsung Account, possible language package and latest software requirements. This is a connected phone feature, not autonomous earbud translation.

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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.

5.8g(0.2 oz)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 2 Weight says 5.8 g. Current maker webpage and launch table say 5.6 g. Datasheet retained.

5.5g(0.2 oz)7Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-liberty-4-pro-review-125410Read 20 October 2026Spec box lists earbud 5.5 g and case 51 g. It does not say whether weighed by SoundGuys. Amazon US lists 62 g in total, which matches 2 x 5.5 g plus 51 g.

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

Width17.3Height19.3Depth22.2mm(0.7 × 0.8 × 0.9 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 2 Dimensions gives W17.3/H19.3/D22.2 mm. Conflicts with current maker webpage W17.1/H19.2/D22.2. Exact maker datasheet takes precedence.

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

40.2g(1.4 oz)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 2 Weight says 40.2 g. Current maker webpage says 40 g. Datasheet retained.

51g(1.8 oz)8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DBHPZLCCRead 20 October 2026Amazon US detail table lists carrying case weight 51 g. SoundGuys also lists case 51 g in its review spec box and 52 g with case on its product page.

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

Width50Height27.5Depth50mm(2 × 1.1 × 2 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 2 Dimensions explicitly labels W50.0/H27.5/D50.0 mm. Webpage axes and 27.7 mm conflict, so the datasheet is retained.

Width62Height29.6Depth65mm(2.4 × 1.2 × 2.6 in)8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DBHPZLCCRead 20 October 2026Amazon US detail table labels carrying case length 6.5 cm, width 6.2 cm and height 29.6 mm. Length is stored as depth. SoundGuys lists 65 x 62 x 30 mm with no axis names.

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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Hi-Res Audio Wireless9Press articlemezha.ua/en/2024/10/07/anker-soundcore-liberty-4-pro-is-presented-tws-headphones-with-anc-and-up-to-40-hours-of-battery-life-for-129/ampRead 20 October 2026Mezha says the earbuds are Hi-Res Audio Wireless certified.10Press articlemacerkopf.de/2025/01/07/anker-soundcore-liberty4-pro-ces2025Read 20 October 2026Names the Hi-Res Audio Wireless standard.

Communication certifications

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FCC IDs

A3LSMR400NL, A3LSMR400NR7Owner's manualmanualsfile.com/product/k5dwag89ie0.htmlRead 7 October 2026Same original Samsung US QSG page 2 explicitly gives A3LSMR400NL (Left ear), A3LSMR400NR (Right ear) and model SM-R400N. No case or previous-generation identifier inferred.

2AOKB-A3954, 2AOKB-A3954L, 2AOKB-A3954R6Owner's manuallp.ankerjapan.com/hubfs/aoos/manual/A3954QSG.pdfRead 20 October 2026Quick Start Guide prints FCC ID 2AOKB-A3954 for the model A3954 and 2AOKB-A3954L and 2AOKB-A3954R for the left and right earbuds.

Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Galaxy Buds FE, Charging case, Ear tips (S, M, L), Wing tips (S/M, M/L), USB-C to USB-C cable, Quick Start Guide3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds-fe-graphite-sm-r400nzaadbtRead 7 October 2026Artikelinformationen Lieferumfang lists ear tips, wing tips, USB-C to USB-C cable and Quick Start Guide. Regional contents can vary.

Earbuds, Charging case, Ear tips in six sizes (XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL), size M pre-installed, USB-C charging cable8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DBHPZLCCRead 20 October 2026Amazon US built-in media list: cable, charging case, XXS/XS/S/M/L/XL ear tips with size M pre-installed, and the earbuds.

Cables included

ASamsung Galaxy Buds FE

Type	Count
USB-C to USB-C cable	1

Source3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds-fe-graphite-sm-r400nzaadbtRead 7 October 2026Exact German Artikelinformationen Lieferumfang says C zu C Kabel. Complete box contents lists one cable. Length not published. Regional contents can differ.

Bsoundcore Liberty 4 Pro

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Links

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Product page

www.samsung.com/de/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds-fe-graphite-sm-r400nzaadbt3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds-fe-graphite-sm-r400nzaadbtRead 7 October 2026

us.soundcore.com/products/a3954-liberty-4-pro-tws-earbuds3Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/a3954-liberty-4-pro-tws-earbudsRead 20 October 2026

Spec sheet

image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/home/my-assets/010924/B2B_BudsFE_SpecSheet.pdfRead 7 October 2026

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Manual

org.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspx5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 7 October 2026

salesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdf1Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000021411/en_US/000021411.pdfRead 20 October 2026English user guide A3954, published in the service index on 2025-09-01.

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

1 of 1 differ

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.

1year7Owner's manualmanualsfile.com/product/k5dwag89ie0.htmlRead 7 October 2026Genuine Samsung US Quick Start Guide and Terms & Conditions, GH68-55561A Rev.1.1, copyright 2023, page 2. Exact SM-R400N / SM-R400NZAAXAR. Explicit Standard One-year Limited Warranty, US only. Public ManualsFile reproduction independently read after ManualOwl direct access failed.

1.5years8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DBHPZLCCRead 20 October 2026Amazon US listing says 18 months warranty.

Both are also in the API. Back to all earbuds.