Samsung Galaxy Buds4 SM-R540NZKAXAR
A 24-bit hi-fi codec and 6-hour battery life over Bluetooth 5.4 deliver detailed audio, while adaptive ANC adjusts to your surroundings. The redesigned secure fit and Galaxy S26 integration enable hands-free AI commands and live translation of 22 languages. These are best for Galaxy S26 owners who make frequent calls and need real-time translation.
form factor in-ear
driver type dynamic
Wireless Yes
active noise cancellation Yes
bluetooth version 5.4
battery life hours 6
water resistance IPX4
73 Overall Score
Price CA$0
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong anc (97th percentile) 97th
- Strong sound (95th percentile) 95th
- Strong social proof (87th percentile) 87th
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile) 85th
Cons
- Below average battery (11th percentile)
What owners think
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Owner sentiment has held steady over time
Based on 84 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
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LC3 |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
| ANC Type | adaptive |
| Transparency | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | No |
| Range | 61 |
Earbud Battery
| Battery Life | 6 |
| Charging | USB-C |
Case Battery
| Case Charging | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | Yes |
Features
| Voice Assistant | Gemini, Bixby |
| Touch Controls | Yes |
| App | Samsung Phone app |
| Gaming Mode | No |
| Bone Conduction | No |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Buds4 SM-R540NZKAXAR | Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100 | Sony WF-1000XM6 WF-1000XM6 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0010 | Apple AirPods Pro MFHP4LL/A | EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | hybrid |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | 6 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 12 |
| Case Battery Hours | - | 28 | 24 | 18 | 24 | 54 |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 | IPX4 | IPX4 | IP57 | IP55 |
| Multipoint | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy Buds4 SM-R540NZKAXAR | 65 | 78.7 | 94.5 | 10.8 | 71.4 | 85 | 86.7 |
| Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100 Compare | 96.8 | 78.7 | 99 | 78.2 | 93.4 | 99.1 | 66.4 |
| Sony WF-1000XM6 WF-1000XM6 Compare | 99.8 | 78.7 | 86.6 | 74.7 | 71.4 | 99.1 | 94.4 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 896637-0010 Compare | 89.8 | 78.7 | 96.1 | 46.2 | 93.4 | 97.8 | 94.4 |
| Apple AirPods Pro MFHP4LL/A Compare | 79.8 | 98.7 | 89.1 | 74.7 | 71.4 | 97.8 | 99.7 |
| EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ Compare | 96.8 | 91 | 99.7 | 95.5 | 71.4 | 99.3 | 86.7 |
Usage Scores
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