Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 4 Pro are the choice — if you have a Galaxy phone

Samsung's Galaxy Buds 4 Pro ($249.99) offer upgraded dual-amped hi-fi sound, improved noise cancellation, and a smoother sound profile over the Buds 3 Pro, but full functionality—including hi-res audio, Gemini/Bixby voice wakeup, and head gestures—requires pairing with a Samsung Galaxy device. Sound quality improvements include a less shouty midrange and adjustable bass via a 9-band EQ, though the low end can feel slightly heavy on some tracks.