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Samsung Galaxy Buds FE vs Samsung Galaxy Buds3

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YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Graphite · UK SM-R400NZAAEUA

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Exact model & source notes

Graphite in-ear wireless earbuds with replaceable ear tips and wing tips, active noise cancellation and Ambient Sound. Samsung rates music at up to six hours per charge with ANC on, or 21 hours including the case. Bluetooth 5.2, touch controls and USB-C case charging are documented for this exact UK model.

Specifications checked 17 Oct 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

WHAT DIFFERS

Driver designCustom one-way speakerOne-way 11 mm speaker

Ambient Sound modeYesNo

5.6 gWeight per earbud4.7 g

3 of 13 verified differences, in the order listed below. Not a rating.

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THE CONTENDER

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Silver · UK SM-R530NZAAEUA

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Exact model & source notes

Silver open-type wireless earbuds with a one-way 11 mm speaker, Bluetooth 5.4 and active noise cancellation. Samsung rates music at up to five hours per charge with ANC on, or 24 hours including the case. The case supports USB-C and wireless charging; Galaxy-specific features retain their device and software conditions.

Specifications checked 17 Oct 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

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How to read this comparison

Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
“Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.

FEATURES SIDE BY SIDE5 topics

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SELECTED TOPIC

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Weight per earbud

Manufacturer-stated mass of one earbud, plotted only when both sources state a per-earbud figure. The charging case is separate. This is not a comfort or fit rating.

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE5.6 g

Manufacturer specification · Each earbud; the charging case is separately listed at 40 g.

Source 1

Samsung Galaxy Buds34.7 g

Manufacturer specification · Each earbud; the charging case is separately listed as 46.5 g.

Source 1

Explore the full specifications

Start with your listening environment. Open and closed earcups suit different surroundings. A closed back is not the same as active noise cancellation. Check the exact cable and headphone output. We do not turn impedance, driver size or unpaired lab results into a sound-quality score.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

13 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 1 is also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Connections

Samsung Galaxy Buds FEBluetooth 5.2; A2DP, AVRCP and HFP

Samsung Galaxy Buds3Bluetooth 5.4; A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP; LE Audio

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Manufacturer specification · The English guide lists Galaxy Wearable for Android 8.0 or later with 1.5 GB RAM or more; the UK page says more than 1.5 GB. The exact 1.5 GB boundary is not resolved. Samsung-specific features retain their separate account/device conditions; no identical functionality across all Bluetooth hosts is implied.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification · Audio is transmitted over Bluetooth. The USB-C connector and wireless charging belong to the charging case, not a wired audio connection.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Battery life

Samsung Galaxy Buds FEMusic: earbuds up to 6 hours with ANC on or 8.5 hours with ANC off; earbuds with case up to 21 hours with ANC on or 30 hours with ANC off. Calls: earbuds up to 3.5/4 hours and with case up to 13/14 hours, with ANC on/off respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Buds3Music: earbuds up to 5 hours with ANC on or 6 hours with ANC off; earbuds with case up to 24 hours with ANC on or 30 hours with ANC off. Talk: earbuds up to 3.5/4 hours and with case up to 18/20 hours, with ANC on/off respectively.

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Manufacturer specification · Internal testing paired pre-production Galaxy Buds FE with a recently released Galaxy smartphone at default settings. Actual life varies with usage, settings, charges and Bluetooth signal. Totals include the earbuds and case, not the case alone.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification · The state-specific specification table supplies these figures. Samsung tested pre-production Galaxy Buds3 paired with a recently released Galaxy smartphone at default settings. Actual life varies with settings, usage, charge cycles and Bluetooth signal. The general footer advertises up to 30 hours across ANC on/off; it is not treated as a separate 30-hour ANC-on claim.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Driver design

Samsung Galaxy Buds FECustom one-way speaker

Samsung Galaxy Buds3One-way 11 mm speaker

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Manufacturer specification · No driver diameter, Pro planar tweeter or dual-amplifier specification is established in the selected FE source.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer driver-size and configuration claim. No Pro planar-tweeter/dual-amplifier specification or independent sound-quality result is transferred.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Check whether the diameter describes the complete transducer or only its diaphragm. Different labels and driver sizes do not establish better sound.

Ambient Sound mode

Samsung Galaxy Buds FEYes

Samsung Galaxy Buds3No

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Manufacturer specification · Three levels of ambient-sound volume can be configured in Galaxy Wearable accessibility settings.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification · The selected Galaxy Buds3 specification table explicitly says Ambient Sound: No. This is a feature-mode statement, not a claim of physical isolation.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Typical battery capacity

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE60 mAh per earbud; 479 mAh charging case

Samsung Galaxy Buds348 mAh per earbud; 515 mAh charging case

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Manufacturer specification · Typical capacities; do not substitute for minimum capacity.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification · Typical, not minimum, capacities. Case capacity is separate from each earbud.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds FECharging case: USB Type-C wired charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds3Charging case: USB Type-C wired charging and wireless charging

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Manufacturer specification · Guide pages 5 and 8–11 identify the USB-C port, simultaneous case/earbud charging and the supplied USB-C cable. Chargers are sold separately. Wireless case charging is not established by these cited sources.

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE English user manual rev.1.1 (28 April 2025), linked by the exact UK page

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification · Manual pages 6 and 9–12 identify the USB-C port and built-in wireless charging coil. Wireless charger and mains charger are sold separately. Wireless power sharing requires a supporting host and correct coil alignment; no Qi version or charge-time rating is inferred.

Samsung Galaxy Buds3/Buds3 Pro English user guide rev.1.4 (25 June 2025), linked by the exact UK model page

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

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Audio codecs

Samsung Galaxy Buds FESSC (Samsung Scalable Codec), AAC and SBC

Samsung Galaxy Buds3AAC, SBC, SSC (Samsung Seamless Codec), SSC-UHQ

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Manufacturer specification · The exact FE source names Scalable Codec. No SSC-UHQ, 24-bit/96 kHz or LE Audio capability is inferred from other Galaxy Buds models.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification · Up to 24-bit/96 kHz UHQ audio is stated for Galaxy S24/S23 series, Z Fold6/Flip6/Fold5/Flip5 and Tab S9 series with One UI 6.1.1 or later. Support for unlisted devices is not established by that list.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Touch controls

Samsung Galaxy Buds FESingle touch for playback; double touch for next track and answer/end call; triple touch for previous track; configurable touch-and-hold

Samsung Galaxy Buds3Pinch for playback/calls; double/triple pinch for next/previous track; swipe for volume; configurable pinch-and-hold

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Manufacturer specification · The guide says only single touch and touch-and-hold are enabled by default; other touch actions require activation in Galaxy Wearable.

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE English user manual rev.1.1 (28 April 2025), linked by the exact UK page

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification · The manual describes one pinch to play/pause or answer/end a call, pinch-and-hold to decline calls, and up/down swipes for volume. Settings are managed in Galaxy Wearable.

Samsung Galaxy Buds3/Buds3 Pro English user guide rev.1.4 (25 June 2025), linked by the exact UK model page

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Wearing style

Samsung Galaxy Buds FEIn-ear, true wireless with replaceable ear tips and wing tips

Samsung Galaxy Buds3Open-type, true wireless earbuds

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Manufacturer specification · Two wing-tip sizes and three ear-tip sizes are supplied; the model-page footnote gives the fitted defaults.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification · Samsung describes an open-type angled design. This is the non-Pro SM-R530 model; Pro silicone-tip and dual-amplifier descriptions are not transferred.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Equaliser

Samsung Galaxy Buds FEGalaxy Wearable equaliser

Samsung Galaxy Buds3Adaptive EQ; selectable and custom equaliser

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Manufacturer specification · The page also says Galaxy Wearable is available on PC. This does not enable PC Auto Switch. The guide describes selecting equaliser options; Adaptive EQ is not inferred.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds FE English user manual rev.1.1 (28 April 2025), linked by the exact UK page

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification · Custom equaliser options are configured in Galaxy Wearable. Available options depend on the connected mobile device.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3/Buds3 Pro English user guide rev.1.4 (25 June 2025), linked by the exact UK model page

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Included items

Samsung Galaxy Buds FETwo earbuds, charging case, S/M and M/L wing tips, S/M/L ear tips, USB cable and quick start guide

Samsung Galaxy Buds3Charging case and supplied USB Type-C cable

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Manufacturer specification · M/L wing tips and medium ear tips are fitted by default. The guide identifies the USB Type-C cable; charger sold separately.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds FE English user manual rev.1.1 (28 April 2025), linked by the exact UK page

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification · The model-page footnote identifies the provided charging case for Galaxy Buds3. The shared English guide identifies the supplied USB-C cable and says chargers are sold separately.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3/Buds3 Pro English user guide rev.1.4 (25 June 2025), linked by the exact UK model page

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Weight per earbud

In Visual facts

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE5.6 g

Samsung Galaxy Buds34.7 g

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Manufacturer specification · Each earbud; the charging case is separately listed at 40 g.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification · Each earbud; the charging case is separately listed as 46.5 g.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Earbud and charging-case dimensions

Samsung Galaxy Buds FEEach earbud: 19.2 × 17.1 × 22.2 mm; case: 50.0 × 50.0 × 27.7 mm

Samsung Galaxy Buds3Each earbud: 18.1 × 20.4 × 31.9 mm; case: 48.7 × 58.9 × 24.4 mm

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer height × width × depth order.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification · Samsung gives both tuples in height × width × depth order.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (9)

Neck stretch reminder

Samsung Galaxy Buds FENot verified

Samsung Galaxy Buds3Yes

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

No source recorded for this side.

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

PC Auto Switch

Samsung Galaxy Buds FENo

Samsung Galaxy Buds3Not verified

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Manufacturer specification · Explicit exact UK model-page footnote: Auto Switch is currently unavailable on PC. This does not mean the Galaxy Wearable PC app or general Bluetooth computer audio is absent.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Samsung Find

Samsung Galaxy Buds FENot verified

Samsung Galaxy Buds3Yes

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

No source recorded for this side.

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Sensors

Samsung Galaxy Buds FENot verified

Samsung Galaxy Buds3Accelerometer, gyro, Hall, pressure, proximity and touch sensors; Voice Pickup Unit

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

No source recorded for this side.

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

SmartThings Find

Samsung Galaxy Buds FEYes

Samsung Galaxy Buds3Not verified

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Manufacturer specification · Samsung Galaxy Android 9.0+ required; not supported in mainland China. Lost Mode needs prior setup and internet access on the finder’s compatible device. Lost Mode is not available for the charging case.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Spatial audio

Samsung Galaxy Buds FENot verified

Samsung Galaxy Buds3360 Audio with head tracking

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

No source recorded for this side.

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification · Requires supported Samsung Galaxy smartphones/tablets with One UI 3.1 or later, or selected Samsung TVs. App/content and model support vary. Direct Multi-channel requires One UI 4.1.1 or later.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Voice commands

Samsung Galaxy Buds FENot verified

Samsung Galaxy Buds3Fixed Korean and English commands; Bixby voice wake-up

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

No source recorded for this side.

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification · Bixby requires a compatible connected device; language, region and feature availability vary.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3/Buds3 Pro English user guide rev.1.4 (25 June 2025), linked by the exact UK model page

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Voice assistant

Samsung Galaxy Buds FEBixby voice wake-up

Samsung Galaxy Buds3Not verified

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Manufacturer specification · Requires a compatible connected smart device, data/Wi-Fi connection and Samsung Account. Availability depends on device, country, carrier, language and recognised dialect.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Dust and water-resistance rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds FENot verified

Samsung Galaxy Buds3IP57 earbuds; charging case is not water resistant

Sources

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

No IP rating is established in the inspected exact UK specification table or linked English guide. A rating from another Galaxy Buds model is not transferred. · Manufacturer specification

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds FE English user manual rev.1.1 (28 April 2025), linked by the exact UK page

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Manufacturer specification · Laboratory fresh-water immersion test: up to 1 metre for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use. Damaged earbuds are not guaranteed water resistant; dry earbuds and hands before placing earbuds in the case.

Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

4 shared fields have the same recorded value.

YOUR HEADPHONES. YOUR RULES.

Check against your must-haves

Feature matching for the features you select. It doesn’t rate sound or comfort.

Start with your listening setup.

Choose a starting point, then fine-tune your must-haves.

FINE-TUNE THE DETAILS

Your essentials.

These shortcuts select the features shown above. Check the fit against your own equipment and listening space.

A feature match describes the selected requirements. It doesn’t rate sound or comfort.

Open-back designFor a quiet listening spaceClosed-back designAn enclosed outer earcupDetachable cableUnplug the cable at the headphonesBuilt-in microphoneFor calls and voice chatActive noise cancellationNot the same as a closed back

YOUR CHOICE

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

Select a feature to check your fit.

YOUR CHOICE

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Select a feature to check your fit.

Feature matching, not a sound-quality score. The specification table links to the evidence for each feature.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE

What it brings

Two wing-tip sizes and three ear-tip sizes provide documented fit options, with ANC and configurable Ambient Sound.
Manufacturer source
Samsung lists up to 8.5 hours of music with ANC off or six hours with ANC on, keeping the mode conditions explicit.
Manufacturer source
Touch controls handle playback and calls; a USB-C cable is supplied for the charging case.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

What to check

Samsung Auto Switch has Galaxy-device and account requirements, and the exact UK page states that PC Auto Switch is unavailable.
Manufacturer source
The inspected exact sources do not establish an IP rating or wireless case charging; neither is inferred from other Galaxy Buds.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
Battery figures are conditional manufacturer maxima. The longer totals include the charging case, and a charger is sold separately.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

Samsung Galaxy Buds3

What it brings

The specified earbud mass is 4.7 g each, with an open-type design and stem controls for playback, calls and volume.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
The charging case supports USB-C and wireless charging; a USB-C cable is supplied.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
Samsung lists ANC and Adaptive EQ, with compatible Galaxy devices supporting additional audio and switching features.
Manufacturer source

What to check

ANC is off by default, and Samsung explicitly lists no electronic Ambient Sound mode for this non-Pro model.
Manufacturer source
UHQ audio, 360 Audio and Auto Switch depend on compatible Galaxy devices and software; a general Bluetooth connection does not establish every feature.
Manufacturer source
The IP57 rating applies to the earbuds, not the charging case. Battery ratings are conditional maxima and are lower with ANC on.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

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Source-backed specifications for Samsung Galaxy Buds FE and Samsung Galaxy Buds3
Specification	Samsung Galaxy Buds FE	Samsung Galaxy Buds3

Wearing styleDifferent Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · Two wing-tip sizes and three ear-tip sizes are supplied; the model-page footnote gives the fitted defaults. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · Samsung describes an open-type angled design. This is the non-Pro SM-R530 model; Pro silicone-tip and dual-amplifier descriptions are not transferred. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	In-ear, true wireless with replaceable ear tips and wing tips	Open-type, true wireless earbuds
Weight per earbudDifferent Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · Each earbud; the charging case is separately listed at 40 g. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · Each earbud; the charging case is separately listed as 46.5 g. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	5.6 g	4.7 g
Earbud and charging-case dimensionsDifferent Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer height × width × depth order. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · Samsung gives both tuples in height × width × depth order. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	Each earbud: 19.2 × 17.1 × 22.2 mm; case: 50.0 × 50.0 × 27.7 mm	Each earbud: 18.1 × 20.4 × 31.9 mm; case: 48.7 × 58.9 × 24.4 mm
Dust and water-resistance rating Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE No IP rating is established in the inspected exact UK specification table or linked English guide. A rating from another Galaxy Buds model is not transferred. · Manufacturer specification Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds FE English user manual rev.1.1 (28 April 2025), linked by the exact UK page Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · Laboratory fresh-water immersion test: up to 1 metre for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use. Damaged earbuds are not guaranteed water resistant; dry earbuds and hands before placing earbuds in the case. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	Not listed by the manufacturer	IP57 earbuds; charging case is not water resistant

ConnectionsDifferent Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · The English guide lists Galaxy Wearable for Android 8.0 or later with 1.5 GB RAM or more; the UK page says more than 1.5 GB. The exact 1.5 GB boundary is not resolved. Samsung-specific features retain their separate account/device conditions; no identical functionality across all Bluetooth hosts is implied. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · Audio is transmitted over Bluetooth. The USB-C connector and wireless charging belong to the charging case, not a wired audio connection. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	Bluetooth 5.2; A2DP, AVRCP and HFP	Bluetooth 5.4; A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP; LE Audio
Battery lifeDifferent Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · Internal testing paired pre-production Galaxy Buds FE with a recently released Galaxy smartphone at default settings. Actual life varies with usage, settings, charges and Bluetooth signal. Totals include the earbuds and case, not the case alone. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · The state-specific specification table supplies these figures. Samsung tested pre-production Galaxy Buds3 paired with a recently released Galaxy smartphone at default settings. Actual life varies with settings, usage, charge cycles and Bluetooth signal. The general footer advertises up to 30 hours across ANC on/off; it is not treated as a separate 30-hour ANC-on claim. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	Music: earbuds up to 6 hours with ANC on or 8.5 hours with ANC off; earbuds with case up to 21 hours with ANC on or 30 hours with ANC off. Calls: earbuds up to 3.5/4 hours and with case up to 13/14 hours, with ANC on/off respectively.	Music: earbuds up to 5 hours with ANC on or 6 hours with ANC off; earbuds with case up to 24 hours with ANC on or 30 hours with ANC off. Talk: earbuds up to 3.5/4 hours and with case up to 18/20 hours, with ANC on/off respectively.
Typical battery capacityDifferent Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · Typical capacities; do not substitute for minimum capacity. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · Typical, not minimum, capacities. Case capacity is separate from each earbud. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	60 mAh per earbud; 479 mAh charging case	48 mAh per earbud; 515 mAh charging case
Audio codecsDifferent Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · The exact FE source names Scalable Codec. No SSC-UHQ, 24-bit/96 kHz or LE Audio capability is inferred from other Galaxy Buds models. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · Up to 24-bit/96 kHz UHQ audio is stated for Galaxy S24/S23 series, Z Fold6/Flip6/Fold5/Flip5 and Tab S9 series with One UI 6.1.1 or later. Support for unlisted devices is not established by that list. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	SSC (Samsung Scalable Codec), AAC and SBC	AAC, SBC, SSC (Samsung Seamless Codec), SSC-UHQ
Samsung Auto Switch Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · Requires Galaxy phones/tablets with One UI 3.1 or later or Galaxy Watch4 or later, signed into Samsung Account. The UK model page explicitly says Auto Switch is currently unavailable on PC; PC app availability is separate. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · Samsung Account login required. Listed support covers Galaxy Book with One UI 6.0 or later, Galaxy phones/tablets with One UI 4.1.1 or later and Galaxy Watch4 or later. Supported Samsung TVs launched from February 2022 require the applicable firmware; TV Auto Switch covers phone calls. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	Yes	Yes
PC Auto Switch Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · Explicit exact UK model-page footnote: Auto Switch is currently unavailable on PC. This does not mean the Galaxy Wearable PC app or general Bluetooth computer audio is absent. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3 No source recorded.	No	Not provided
ChargingDifferent Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · Guide pages 5 and 8–11 identify the USB-C port, simultaneous case/earbud charging and the supplied USB-C cable. Chargers are sold separately. Wireless case charging is not established by these cited sources. Samsung Galaxy Buds FE English user manual rev.1.1 (28 April 2025), linked by the exact UK page Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · Manual pages 6 and 9–12 identify the USB-C port and built-in wireless charging coil. Wireless charger and mains charger are sold separately. Wireless power sharing requires a supporting host and correct coil alignment; no Qi version or charge-time rating is inferred. Samsung Galaxy Buds3/Buds3 Pro English user guide rev.1.4 (25 June 2025), linked by the exact UK model page	Charging case: USB Type-C wired charging	Charging case: USB Type-C wired charging and wireless charging

Driver designDifferent Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · No driver diameter, Pro planar tweeter or dual-amplifier specification is established in the selected FE source. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer driver-size and configuration claim. No Pro planar-tweeter/dual-amplifier specification or independent sound-quality result is transferred. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	Custom one-way speaker	One-way 11 mm speaker
EqualiserDifferent Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · The page also says Galaxy Wearable is available on PC. This does not enable PC Auto Switch. The guide describes selecting equaliser options; Adaptive EQ is not inferred. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds FE English user manual rev.1.1 (28 April 2025), linked by the exact UK page Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · Custom equaliser options are configured in Galaxy Wearable. Available options depend on the connected mobile device. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3/Buds3 Pro English user guide rev.1.4 (25 June 2025), linked by the exact UK model page	Galaxy Wearable equaliser	Adaptive EQ; selectable and custom equaliser
Spatial audio Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE No source recorded. Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · Requires supported Samsung Galaxy smartphones/tablets with One UI 3.1 or later, or selected Samsung TVs. App/content and model support vary. Direct Multi-channel requires One UI 4.1.1 or later. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	Not provided	360 Audio with head tracking

Microphone Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · The table lists Number of MIC: 6. The feature text describes a three-microphone arrangement with main, sub and inner microphones, personalised beamforming and DNN processing. No independent call-quality measurement is claimed. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · Samsung lists six microphones in total and a Voice Pickup Unit sensor. Super Wide Band calling is listed; available options depend on the connected device. No measured speech-quality result is inferred. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	Yes	Yes
Active noise cancellation Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · ANC is on by default. Touch-and-hold noise controls are configured in Galaxy Wearable. Ambient Sound has three configurable volume levels. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · Samsung lists Active Noise Cancellation and Adaptive ANC. ANC is off by default. Its selected-model specification explicitly lists Ambient Sound as No; this does not imply passive isolation from surrounding sound. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	Yes	Yes
Ambient Sound modeDifferent Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · Three levels of ambient-sound volume can be configured in Galaxy Wearable accessibility settings. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · The selected Galaxy Buds3 specification table explicitly says Ambient Sound: No. This is a feature-mode statement, not a claim of physical isolation. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	Yes	No

Touch controlsDifferent Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · The guide says only single touch and touch-and-hold are enabled by default; other touch actions require activation in Galaxy Wearable. Samsung Galaxy Buds FE English user manual rev.1.1 (28 April 2025), linked by the exact UK page Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · The manual describes one pinch to play/pause or answer/end a call, pinch-and-hold to decline calls, and up/down swipes for volume. Settings are managed in Galaxy Wearable. Samsung Galaxy Buds3/Buds3 Pro English user guide rev.1.4 (25 June 2025), linked by the exact UK model page	Single touch for playback; double touch for next track and answer/end call; triple touch for previous track; configurable touch-and-hold	Pinch for playback/calls; double/triple pinch for next/previous track; swipe for volume; configurable pinch-and-hold
Galaxy AI features Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · Translation is supplied by the smartphone. The UK page identifies Galaxy S24/S24+/S24 Ultra support as of February 2024; account login, downloaded languages and current software may be required. Availability and accuracy vary. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · Interpreter runs on the connected phone, not independently in the earbuds. Samsung Account login and language downloads may be required; availability varies by language, region, carrier and device. Accuracy is not guaranteed. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	Interpreter listening through a compatible Samsung Galaxy smartphone	Interpreter listening through a compatible Samsung Galaxy smartphone
SmartThings Find Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · Samsung Galaxy Android 9.0+ required; not supported in mainland China. Lost Mode needs prior setup and internet access on the finder’s compatible device. Lost Mode is not available for the charging case. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3 No source recorded.	Yes	Not provided
Voice assistant Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · Requires a compatible connected smart device, data/Wi-Fi connection and Samsung Account. Availability depends on device, country, carrier, language and recognised dialect. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3 No source recorded.	Bixby voice wake-up	Not provided
Sensors Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE No source recorded. Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	Not provided	Accelerometer, gyro, Hall, pressure, proximity and touch sensors; Voice Pickup Unit
Samsung Find Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE No source recorded. Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	Not provided	Yes
Neck stretch reminder Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE No source recorded. Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes	Not provided	Yes
Voice commands Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE No source recorded. Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · Bixby requires a compatible connected device; language, region and feature availability vary. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3/Buds3 Pro English user guide rev.1.4 (25 June 2025), linked by the exact UK model page	Not provided	Fixed Korean and English commands; Bixby voice wake-up

Included itemsDifferent Sources Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Manufacturer specification · M/L wing tips and medium ear tips are fitted by default. The guide identifies the USB Type-C cable; charger sold separately. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds FE — exact Graphite SM-R400NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds FE English user manual rev.1.1 (28 April 2025), linked by the exact UK page Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Manufacturer specification · The model-page footnote identifies the provided charging case for Galaxy Buds3. The shared English guide identifies the supplied USB-C cable and says chargers are sold separately. Samsung UK Galaxy Buds3 — exact Silver SM-R530NZAAEUA specifications and footnotes Samsung Galaxy Buds3/Buds3 Pro English user guide rev.1.4 (25 June 2025), linked by the exact UK model page	Two earbuds, charging case, S/M and M/L wing tips, S/M/L ear tips, USB cable and quick start guide	Charging case and supplied USB Type-C cable

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