Ear (a) Earbuds
In-ear TWS · ANC · 9.5h/42.5h · LDAC · BT 5.3
MSRP
Galaxy Buds3 Pro Earbuds
In-ear TWS · ANC · 7h/30h · BT 5.4
MSRP
Our verdict
The Galaxy Buds3 Pro Earbuds takes the performance lead with a 27% 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 Ear (a) Earbuds tells a compelling value story. At $60 versus the Galaxy Buds3 Pro Earbuds's $250 price tag, it costs 317% less while delivering performance that's only 27% 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 Ear (a) Earbuds is the smarter purchase. The Galaxy Buds3 Pro 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
Galaxy Buds3 Pro Earbuds
27% faster overall
Best value for money
Ear (a) Earbuds
23% better value per dollar
Ear (a) Earbuds best for
Power efficiency
23% better value per dollar
Audio
Battery
Comfort
Connectivity
Noise Cancellation
Frequently asked questions
Is the Galaxy Buds3 Pro Earbuds worth $190 more than the Ear (a) Earbuds?
It depends on your needs. The Galaxy Buds3 Pro Earbuds scores 84 overall vs 66 for the Ear (a) Earbuds. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the Ear (a) Earbuds offers better value.
Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the Ear (a) Earbuds or Galaxy Buds3 Pro Earbuds?
The Galaxy Buds3 Pro Earbuds delivers higher frame rates at 1440p, but both GPUs handle 1440p gaming well. The Galaxy Buds3 Pro Earbuds provides more headroom for ray tracing and future titles, while the Ear (a) Earbuds still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.
Can the Ear (a) Earbuds handle 4K gaming?
The Ear (a) 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 Galaxy Buds3 Pro Earbuds is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.
Which should I buy, the Ear (a) Earbuds or Galaxy Buds3 Pro Earbuds?
Choose the Ear (a) Earbuds if you want the best value for money and primarily game at 1080p or 1440p. Choose the Galaxy Buds3 Pro Earbuds if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.
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