Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds
In-ear TWS · ANC · 10h/30h · H2 chip · IPX4
MSRP
Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds
In-ear TWS · ANC · 6h/21h · BT 5.2
MSRP
Our verdict
The Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds takes the performance lead with a 28% higher overall score, driven by its more shader cores, more of memory, and higher TFLOPS of compute power. In gaming benchmarks at 1440p, it delivers roughly 0% more frames per second across demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Alan Wake 2.
However, the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds tells a compelling value story. At $80 versus the Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds's $250 price tag, it costs 213% less while delivering performance that's only 28% behind. Its of memory is still more than enough for 1440p and even 4K gaming in most titles.
Our recommendation: for the majority of gamers targeting 1440p or even 4K with upscaling enabled, the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds is the smarter purchase. The Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds only makes sense if you need the absolute maximum performance for native 4K ray tracing, professional 3D rendering, or AI workloads where the extra VRAM and compute power provide a tangible advantage.
Performance winner
Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds
28% faster overall
Best value for money
Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds
27% better value per dollar
Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds best for
Power efficiency
28% faster overall
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds worth $170 more than the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds?
It depends on your needs. The Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds scores 82 overall vs 64 for the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds offers better value.
Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds or Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds?
The Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds delivers higher frame rates at 1440p, but both GPUs handle 1440p gaming well. The Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds provides more headroom for ray tracing and future titles, while the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.
Can the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds handle 4K gaming?
The Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds can handle 4K gaming in less demanding titles and with upscaling technologies like DLSS or FSR. For native 4K at ultra settings in demanding games, the Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.
Which should I buy, the Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds or Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds?
Choose the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds if you want the best value for money and primarily game at 1080p or 1440p. Choose the Powerbeats Pro 2 Earbuds if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.
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