82

QC Headphones Headphones

Over-ear · ANC · 24h · AAC · BT 5.3

$250

MSRP

64

Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds

In-ear TWS · ANC · 6h/21h · BT 5.2

$80

MSRP

Our verdict

The QC Headphones Headphones 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 QC Headphones Headphones'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 QC Headphones Headphones 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

QC Headphones Headphones

28% faster overall

Best value for money

Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds

7% better value per dollar

QC Headphones Headphones best for

Power efficiency

28% faster overall

Audio

Driver Size
35mm
6.5mm
Frequency Response
20Hz - 20kHz
20Hz - 20kHz
Form Factor
Over-ear
In-ear TWS

Battery

Battery Life (ANC On)
24h
6h
Total with Case
N/A
21h
Fast Charge
15min → 2.5h
5min → 1h

Comfort

Weight
240g
5.6g
IP Rating
None
IPX2
Wireless Charging
No
No

Connectivity

Bluetooth
5.3
5.2
Codecs
AAC, SBC
Samsung Scalable, AAC, SBC
Multipoint
Yes (2 devices)
No

Noise Cancellation

Active Noise Cancellation
Yes
Yes
Transparency Mode
Yes
Yes

Frequently asked questions

Is the QC Headphones Headphones worth $170 more than the Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds?

It depends on your needs. The QC Headphones Headphones 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 QC Headphones Headphones or Galaxy Buds FE Earbuds?

The QC Headphones Headphones delivers higher frame rates at 1440p, but both GPUs handle 1440p gaming well. The QC Headphones Headphones 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 QC Headphones Headphones is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.

Which should I buy, the QC Headphones Headphones 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 QC Headphones Headphones if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.

Related comparisons