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Samsung · Earbuds
Galaxy Buds4 Pro
Samsung's 2026 flagship earbuds with a two-way driver, adaptive ANC with voice and siren detection, Bluetooth 6.1 with LC3 and Auracast, and IP57.
Released · First official release in any country
Global release: Released internationally; available in confirmed markets.
Samsung confirms international availability of Galaxy Buds4 and Buds4 Pro on March 11, 2026. Local availability and configurations vary by market. Samsung confirms worldwide Galaxy S26 and Galaxy Buds4 series availability Checked .
- Active noise cancellation
- Supported
- Bluetooth codecs
- Samsung Seamless Codec (SSC) HiFi, SSC UHQ, AAC, SBC, LC3
- Listed battery duration
- 6 h
- Multipoint
- Not confirmed
- Configuration
- Models
- SM-R640 · All listed markets See all
- Colors
- Black, White, Pink Gold
Is the Galaxy Buds4 Pro right for you?
The Galaxy Buds4 Pro are Samsung's top earbuds for Galaxy phone owners. They add a two-way driver with a separate woofer and tweeter, and voice and siren detection that raise ambient sound when you speak or when an alarm or siren is detected.
They share Bluetooth 6.1, the same codec list including LC3, Auracast, and adaptive noise cancellation with the standard Buds4, but last longer: up to 6 hours per charge with noise cancellation on and 26 hours with the case, in Samsung's tests with a Galaxy phone. The earbuds are rated IP57, which allows temporary immersion.
Much of the premium depends on a Samsung phone. UHQ 24-bit audio, AI features, and Head Gestures need a compatible Galaxy device, and Samsung lists Auto Switch between its own devices rather than general multipoint pairing.
A good fit if
- You have a recent Galaxy phone and want every Samsung audio feature.
- You commute with noise cancellation on and want voice and siren detection.
- You want IP57 for workouts in the rain.
Look elsewhere if
- You use a non-Samsung Android phone and will not get UHQ audio or AI features.
- You want to save money and do not need detection features: the Galaxy Buds4 keep adaptive ANC.
- You need the full Galaxy app and feature set on an iPhone: basic Bluetooth audio is supported, but Samsung's advanced features require compatible Galaxy devices.
Which configuration to choose
The Galaxy Buds4 Pro come in one configuration. The decision is between these and the standard Buds4: the Pro adds a two-way driver, voice and siren detection, IP57, and one more hour per charge, at 5.1 g per earbud against 4.6 g.
Full specifications
Audio
- Active noise cancellation
- Supported
- Bluetooth codecs
- Samsung Seamless Codec (SSC) HiFi, SSC UHQ, AAC, SBC, LC3
Connectivity
- Multipoint
- Not confirmed
Battery
- Listed battery duration
- 6 h
- Battery conditions
- Up to 6 hours per charge and 26 hours with the case with ANC on; up to 7 and 30 hours with ANC off. Samsung internal testing with a Galaxy phone at default settings.
Durability
- Water resistance
- IP57 (earbuds only)
Compatibility
- Platform features
- Auto Switch between Samsung devices, Auracast, 360 Audio, and UHQ audio up to 24-bit/96 kHz on supported Galaxy devices. Voice and Siren Detect raise ambient sound for conversations and alerts.
- Works with iPhone
- Supported
- Phone requirements
- Samsung confirms basic Bluetooth audio regardless of OS. Its compatibility table lists Android 12 or higher with more than 1.5 GB of memory; app and feature support differ from basic audio. UHQ audio, AI features, and Head Gestures require a compatible Galaxy device.
Configurations & colors
- Black
- White
- Pink GoldOnline only
Match the regional model numbers to the confirmed markets below. These countries are verified by official sources; configurations and local stock can differ.
| Region and model | Configuration | Confirmed markets | Colors |
|---|---|---|---|
| All listed marketsSM-R640 | Standard | United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, France, India, UAE, Singapore, Australia, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, Mexico | Black, White, Pink Gold |
Software & compatibility
Samsung confirms basic Bluetooth audio regardless of OS. Its compatibility table lists Android 12 or higher with more than 1.5 GB of memory; app and feature support differ from basic audio. UHQ audio, AI features, and Head Gestures require a compatible Galaxy device.
Works with iPhone: Supported.
Source-backed strengths and limitations
Strengths
- Two-way speaker (woofer and tweeter) and adaptive ANC with voice and siren detection.
- Bluetooth 6.1 with LC3 and Auracast support.
- IP57 earbuds, up from IP54 on the standard Galaxy Buds4.
Limitations
- UHQ 24-bit audio, AI features, and Head Gestures need a compatible Samsung Galaxy phone.
- Samsung lists Auto Switch between its own devices, not general multipoint pairing.
Pricing
US price: Not confirmed. No verified local price is recorded.
Sources & verification
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