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Samsung vs Sennheiser
Too close to call: it comes down to the model.
The verdict in 10 seconds
Best Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Buds4 ProExcellent sound and quiet, at their best with a Samsung phoneSuits you if
- You use a recent Samsung Galaxy phone
- You want rich sound and earbuds comfortable enough for long days
- You commute, work out or deal with steady background rumble
Best Sennheiser
Sennheiser Momentum 4 WirelessSuperb battery and comfort, rich sound, but noise cancelling isn't class-bestSuits you if
- You want long listening sessions and rarely want to think about charging
- You care most about rich, balanced sound you can tweak to taste
- You wear glasses or want something comfortable for hours on a plane or at a desk
Which brand wins?
Brand for brand, Samsung and Sennheiser are closely matched. The best single model of the two is the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro, which suits you if you use a recent Samsung Galaxy phone.
We researched 20 expert reviews, analyzed 51,640 owner ratings and comments across 17 sources for every Samsung and Sennheiser model we cover, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.
Show me the receipts
Brand scoreboardAverage score 79 vs 79 · reliability 67 vs 49
| Samsung | Sennheiser | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 79 | 79 |
| Experts | 84 | 89 |
| Owners | 79 | 85 |
| Reliability | 67 | 49 |
| Models scored | 1 | 1 |
| Most reliable model | Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro | Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Questions people actually ask
Which is better, Samsung or Sennheiser?
Neither, clearly. Choose the model, not the brand.
Based on: Average Product Review score 79 for Samsung vs 79 for Sennheiser.Which brand is more reliable, Samsung or Sennheiser?
Samsung. Its models are less likely to give you trouble.
Based on: Average reliability 67 vs 49.What is the best Samsung noise cancelling headphones?
The Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro. It suits you if you use a recent Samsung Galaxy phone.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Samsung models (79).What is the best Sennheiser noise cancelling headphones?
The Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless. It suits you if you want long listening sessions and rarely want to think about charging.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Sennheiser models (79).