Samsung Galaxy Buds4 SM-R540NZWAXAR
With a 24-bit hi-fi codec and adaptive ANC, the Galaxy Buds4 deliver detailed, clear audio that adjusts to your surroundings over Bluetooth 5.4. Its seamless ecosystem integration with Galaxy S26 phones offers AI-assisted call clarity, live translation, and a splash-resistant, redesigned fit for all-day comfort. Best for Samsung phone users who want strong call quality and adaptive noise cancellation over fitness features.
form factor in-ear
Wireless Yes
active noise cancellation Yes
bluetooth version 5.4
water resistance IPX4
multipoint Yes
62 Overall Score
Price $54
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong anc (97th percentile) 97th
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile) 95th
- Strong sound (91st percentile) 91st
- Strong build (79th percentile) 79th
Cons
- Below average battery (6th percentile)
What owners think
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Owner sentiment has held steady over time
Based on 32 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless |
| Weight | 0.1 kg / 0.1 lbs |
Audio
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, 24-bit hi-fi |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
| ANC Type | adaptive |
| Transparency | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | Yes |
| Range | 61 |
Earbud Battery
| Charging | proprietary |
Case Battery
| Case Charging | proprietary |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | Yes |
Features
| Voice Assistant | Gemini, Bixby |
| Touch Controls | Yes |
| App | Samsung Phone app |
| Bone Conduction | No |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Buds4 SM-R540NZWAXAR | Sony WF-1000XM5 | EarFun Air Pro 4+ | JBL Live Beam 3 | Soundcore P31i | Google Pixel Buds Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | - | dynamic | hybrid | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.3 | 6.0 | 5.3 | 6.1 | 5.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 8 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 11 |
| Case Battery Hours | - | 24 | 54 | 36 | 50 | 31 |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 | IP55 | IP55 | IP55 | IPX4 |
| Multipoint | true | true | true | true | - | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy Buds4 SM-R540NZWAXAR | 96.6 | 64.6 | 78.5 | 90.5 | 5.9 | 71.3 | 95 | 66.4 |
| Sony WF-1000XM5 Compare | 96.6 | 96.6 | 78.5 | 95.7 | 74.6 | 93.2 | 98.6 | 50.8 |
| EarFun Air Pro 4+ Compare | 96.6 | 96.6 | 90.8 | 99.8 | 95.5 | 71.3 | 99.2 | 86.9 |
| JBL Live Beam 3 Compare | 96.6 | 96.6 | 90.8 | 78.6 | 89.3 | 93.2 | 96 | 86.9 |
| Soundcore P31i Compare | 88.1 | 96.6 | 90.8 | 96.4 | 93.4 | 71.3 | 75.9 | 94.7 |
| Google Pixel Buds Pro Compare | 96.6 | 79.3 | 78.5 | 91.9 | 82.1 | 71.3 | 95 | 86.9 |
Price
Value & Pricing
From $54
Best Buy 5 offers From $54
Amazon 1 offer From $160
Price History
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