Now, the Galaxy Buds4 Pro refines that vision into something much more elegant.

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I spent a week testing the Black edition and it is clear that Samsung did not just settle for a minor spec bump. They really pushed for a true flagship experience. Priced at ₹22,999, these sit firmly in the premium category, promising top-tier build quality and performance. I wore them through everything from loud metro commutes to quiet midnight listening sessions to see if they actually justify that hefty price tag.

Galaxy Buds4 Pro Review: Design & Comfort

First impressions matter, and unboxing the Galaxy Buds4 Pro reveals a design philosophy that is miles ahead of its ancestors. Samsung has moved away from the soft, egg-like curves seen on the Buds3 Pro, choosing a more structural and rectangular silhouette instead.

There is a weight and texture to the case that feels remarkably high-end, though I should mention that the transparent lid is a total smudge magnet. If you are the kind of user who obsesses over a clean aesthetic, be prepared to carry a cloth because it picks up fingerprints the second you touch it.

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The lower half of the charging case sports a uniform matte finish which provides some much-needed traction in the hand. While my specific review pair came in the professional-looking Black, you can also grab these in White or a web-only Pink Gold.

I particularly like how the USB-C port and the sync button are tucked away on the top rim. It is a subtle design choice that keeps the rest of the housing looking sleek and uncluttered.

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The earbuds themselves feature an evolution of the "Blade" look that feels far more grown-up. With those metallic highlights running down the stems, they look more like a piece of high-tech jewelry than a plastic gadget. Even though some people might claim the shape is leaning into the AirPods territory, the actual build quality and finish feel like pure Samsung craftsmanship.

The real triumph here, however, is how they feel in the ear. Samsung reportedly leaned on a massive library of ear-shape data to dial in this fit, and it really shows in practice. I kept these in for a straight five-hour writing stint and actually forgot they were there.

They sit deep enough to stay secure during a vigorous head-shake, but they don't create that annoying "plugged up" pressure that usually leads to itching or discomfort after an hour.

You also get peace of mind with an IP57 durability rating. This ensures the buds can easily handle a heavy, sweat-soaked gym session or a sudden rainstorm without the internal electronics taking a hit.

Lastly, the controls on the stems have been completely overhauled. The new pinch and swipe sensors are incredibly snappy. You just squeeze the blade to toggle your music or take a call, and sliding a finger along that metallic edge to change the volume feels much more intentional and precise than the old, finicky touch pads.

Galaxy Buds4 Pro Review: Audio Quality

Investing heavily in premium earbuds means you should never have to settle for "good enough" sound. After spending six years as a musician, my ears are probably a bit cursed because I have become incredibly sensitive to the fine details. I am constantly searching for things that Bluetooth compression usually kills, like the subtle vibration of a bass string or those clever stereo pans in a guitar track that give a song its texture.

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Samsung has actually pulled off a technical marvel here. They have used a dual-way speaker setup featuring a 5.5mm tweeter for the highs and a revamped 11mm woofer for the low end. But the real game changer is the Dual Amplifier system.

Most earbuds use one amp to drive everything, which is why they often sound cluttered. On the Buds4 Pro, the woofer and tweeter are powered independently. This significantly cuts down on interference and lets that larger woofer really breathe. The result is a bass response that feels authoritative and punchy without ever becoming bloated.

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I pushed these buds with a very diverse playlist to see where they might stumble. Starting with the remastered version of "Imagine" by John Lennon, I was genuinely surprised by the open soundstage. Every piano note had its own space to resonate rather than fighting for air. I then moved to Indian legends like Kishore Kumar and Lata Mangeshkar. The vocal clarity was easily the highlight for me, capturing the raw emotional weight of "Lag Ja Gale" without that thin, "digital" harshness found on cheaper gear.

For a low-end stress test, I blasted Divine's "Azadi" and Eminem's "Rap God." While many brands try to hide poor tuning by boosting the bass until it masks the lyrics, these buds kept everything tight and separated. Even during the complex layering of Coke Studio's "Bewajah," the stereo imaging stayed sharp.

If you are on a Galaxy S23 or newer, you get access to the Samsung Seamless Codec for 24-bit UHQ audio, which is basically a studio experience in your pocket. If the stock tuning is not your style, the 9-band EQ in the app is a huge win. I personally love the "Dynamic" preset, but the ability to dial in a custom profile ensures the music sounds exactly how it was meant to be heard.

Galaxy Buds4 Pro Review: ANC and Call Quality

If your main goal is to shut out the surrounding world, the Galaxy Buds4 Pro have officially entered the conversation for the top spot in the industry. I have tested my fair share of flagship earbuds featuring active noise cancellation, but the Adaptive ANC on this model feels like it belongs in a completely different category. The second you engage the feature, a sense of total isolation washes over you, making it feel as though you have stepped into a private, silent sanctuary.

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What truly caught my attention was how effectively these buds tackle the difficult, erratic sounds that often seep through lesser hardware. Whether I was navigating my daily metro commute or wandering through the chaotic energy of a local market, the deep low-frequency rumbles and engine roars simply disappeared. This makes them an incredible asset for anyone trying to meditate or maintain a deep flow state while writing in noisy environments.

Samsung also included some of the most intuitive transparency features I have seen yet. Within the companion app, you can toggle on Voice Detect and Siren Detect. I actually had a moment where I was waiting for a delivery rider with my ANC cranked to the maximum when an ambulance sped by. The earbuds instantly recognized the siren and transitioned into ambient mode so I remained aware of my surroundings.

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In a similar vein, the music automatically dips and the outside world filters in the moment you start speaking to someone, which saves you from fumbling with your phone or the stems. You even get granular control over the ambient transparency levels, allowing you to fine-tune exactly how much of the environment you want to hear. I will admit that leaving the ANC on for several hours straight caused a minor amount of ear fatigue, but to be fair, that is a common experience with almost every high-end earbud on the market.

The call quality is another department where these earbuds really shine. Samsung utilizes a sophisticated six-microphone array combined with a machine-learned Deep Neural Network to surgically remove background noise. I put this to the test by calling a friend who usually complains about my voice quality when I am outdoors. Regardless of whether I was in a loud, open-plan office or a packed street, he mentioned how surprisingly clear I sounded. Even during intense gaming sessions, my teammates had no trouble hearing my callouts, and we never dealt with any confusion due to muffled audio.

Furthermore, the addition of Super Wideband support ensures your voice retains its natural detail and warmth. It successfully avoids that thin, robotic tone that usually plagues budget-friendly wireless earbuds.

Galaxy Buds4 Pro Review: Connectivity and Controls

It really feels like Samsung built the Galaxy Buds4 Pro for people who take future-proofing their tech seriously. While most brands just throw in a Bluetooth 5.4 chip and call it a day, these buds actually ship with Bluetooth 6.1 support. In my day-to-day testing, the connection stayed rock solid. I could walk into a different room or put a couple of walls between me and my phone without dealing with any of those annoying stutters that usually ruin the experience.

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Now, if you are on an Android phone, the setup is basically instant thanks to Google Fast Pair. But I have to say, the experience definitely hits another level if you are fully tucked into the Samsung ecosystem. To really get the most out of these, you are going to need the Samsung Wearable app to handle all the deep-level settings.

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I actually decided to pair these with a Realme device just to see how they would behave for a typical Android user outside the Samsung bubble. Even without that fancy One UI 8.5 integration, the app still gives you a massive amount of customization. Regarding the physical controls on the stems, they are generally pretty responsive, but I will be honest and say I still prefer traditional tapping over the new pinch gestures. I found that while the volume swipes were smooth enough, I sometimes struggled to get the pinch response right when I was trying to toggle my ANC modes in a hurry.

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Inside the app, the level of control is honestly impressive. You can tweak your gestures, mess around with the 9-band EQ to find your perfect sound, or even turn on those futuristic head gestures. Being able to just nod your head to take a call or shake it to decline is genuinely helpful when your hands are tied up with something else.

You also get reliable voice commands for things like volume or music, and the in-ear detection is very snappy. It pauses your media the exact second you pull a bud out, which is exactly the kind of polish you want when you are paying for a flagship device.

Galaxy Buds4 Pro Review: Battery & Charging

I'd honestly call the battery performance on the Galaxy Buds4 Pro pretty reliable for a daily driver. It isn't going to break any world records, but for the average person, it absolutely gets the job done.

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Samsung advertises about 6 hours of juice with the noise cancellation turned on, and roughly 7 hours if you decide to flip it off. In my own day-to-day testing, those estimates were pretty much spot on, so I didn't run into any weird surprises or letdowns during my routine.

By no means are these the longest-lasting buds you can buy right now, but being realistic, they carry enough charge to survive a standard workday or even a lengthy cross-country flight. You really won't find yourself stressing about them dying right in the middle of a project. I actually didn't even bother timing a full 0 to 100 percent charge because I just never felt the need for it. The fast charging is what really saves the day here anyway. If you just toss them back into the case for 10 or 15 minutes, you are basically set for a two or three hour commute home.

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When it is time to top up the case itself, you have some solid options. It handles both USB-C wired charging and Qi wireless charging without a hitch. I found the wireless route to be a perfect fit for how I work.

I would just leave the case sitting on my desk pad while I was busy typing away, and it would slowly fill back up in the background. It is just one of those straightforward features that fits right into your life without giving you a single headache.

Final Verdict: Should you buy it?

Dropping ₹22,999 on the Galaxy Buds4 Pro is a big ask, but Samsung finally has a flagship that truly rivals Sony and Apple. They have clearly moved past the experimental phase to deliver something that feels genuinely high-end.

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You should definitely grab these if you are already in the Samsung ecosystem and want that studio-grade sound. They are also perfect if you found the older designs a bit too flashy and want something more refined for long hours of use. If you deal with a loud daily commute, the adaptive ANC is a total lifesaver.

However, you can skip these if you are an iPhone user, as you will miss out on the best features like the Seamless Codec. If you are on a tight budget, the standard Buds4 give you plenty of the same tech for much less. Ultimately, these are easily the best-sounding buds Samsung has ever made.

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