Wireless Earbuds / Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro
Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro
Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4
aptX Lossless and the best value in the premium tier — but a successor is weeks away.
Wins overall by 0.1 points
Quick Verdict
Too close to call on score alone: 0.1 points separate them. AptX Lossless and the best value in the premium tier — but a successor is weeks away. The Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro answers with a different set of strengths, so let the categories below decide it.
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 and Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro are both closely matched wireless Earbuds models, and the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro is $50 cheaper than the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 ($249.99 vs $299.95). On Battery, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads (8.5 vs 6.5/10) — playtime in the buds and total runtime with the case. On Value, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads (8.5 vs 7.0/10) — features and performance relative to price. On Call Quality, the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro leads (8.5 vs 7.5/10) — microphone performance and background noise rejection. Overall, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores 8.1/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 8.0/10 for the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro, though the gap is close enough that your specific use case should decide it. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 | Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299.95 | $249.99 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2026 |
| Battery (ANC on) (hrs) | 7✓ | 6 |
| Battery with Case (hrs) | 30✓ | 21 |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Hybrid adaptive ANC with Transparency and six-microphone beamforming | ANC 2.0 — adaptive, with real-time EQ analysis and repositioned wind-resistant microphones |
| Driver Size (mm) | 7 | Samsung states a two-way design with a woofer roughly 20% larger than the Buds3 Pro, but publishes no millimetre figure |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | Samsung's US specification says 5.4 while retail listings claim 6.1 — unresolved |
| Multipoint | Yes | Yes, but across Samsung devices only |
| Water Resistance | IP54 | IP57 |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Weight per Bud (g) | 6.2 | Not published by the manufacturer |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless and LC3 | SBC, AAC, SSC and LC3 — no LDAC or aptX |
| Spatial Audio | Not listed by Sennheiser for this model | Yes, with head tracking, but Samsung devices only |
| App EQ | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | Black, White, Graphite | Black, White |
Category Scores
Sound Quality
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads clearly here, 9.0 against 8.5 — a 0.5-point margin on tuning, detail and codec support. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro does not close the gap elsewhere.
Noise Cancelling
The Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro leads clearly here, 8.5 against 8.0 — a 0.5-point margin on how much ambient noise is actually removed. If that is what you are buying for, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Battery
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads clearly here, 8.5 against 6.5 — a 2.0-point margin on playtime in the buds and total runtime with the case. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro does not close the gap elsewhere.
Comfort & Fit
The Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro leads clearly here, 8.0 against 7.5 — a 0.5-point margin on weight, fit options and how they feel over long sessions. If that is what you are buying for, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Call Quality
The Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.5 — a 1.0-point margin on microphone performance and background noise rejection. If that is what you are buying for, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Features
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 and Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro are level here, at 8.5/10 each. app depth, spatial audio, multipoint and extras is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Durability
The Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.5 — a 1.0-point margin on IP rating, build materials and case robustness. If that is what you are buying for, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.0 — a 1.5-point margin on features and performance relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 if…
- • Battery matters most to you — the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores 8.5/10 here (playtime in the buds and total runtime with the case).
- • Value matters most to you — the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores 8.5/10 here (features and performance relative to price).
- • Sound Quality matters most to you — the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores 9.0/10 here (tuning, detail and codec support).
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro if…
- • Call Quality matters most to you — the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro scores 8.5/10 here (microphone performance and background noise rejection).
- • Durability matters most to you — the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro scores 8.5/10 here (IP rating, build materials and case robustness).
- • You want to spend less — it's $50 cheaper.
- • Your main use case is workout.
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4
Pros
- +aptX Lossless and the broadest codec support here — the audiophile pick
- +7 hours in the buds and 30 total, comfortably ahead of Bose or Samsung
- +Excellent, natural tuning with a 5Hz to 21kHz response
- +Street price has fallen far below list, making it the best value in the premium tier
Cons
- −A successor, the MOMENTUM True Wireless 5, was announced for early September 2026 — if you can wait two weeks, do
- −7mm drivers are the smallest here
- −2024 hardware
- −ANC is good but a clear step behind Bose
Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro
Pros
- +Two-way drivers with dual amplifiers is a genuinely more capable design than single-driver rivals
- +IP57 matches AirPods Pro 3 for ruggedness
- +Auracast support and 24-bit hi-res on Galaxy phones
- +Excellent call quality with wind-resistant mics
Cons
- −6 hours with ANC on and 21 total is poor for a $249 product
- −Multipoint, head tracking, hi-res and translation all require Samsung hardware
- −No iOS app at all, so iPhone users get basic playback only
- −Samsung's own site and retail listings disagree on the Bluetooth version
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FAQs
Is the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 or Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Battery, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 or the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro?+
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores higher on Battery (8.5/10 vs 6.5/10) — playtime in the buds and total runtime with the case.
Which is better for Value, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 or the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro?+
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 scores higher on Value (8.5/10 vs 7.0/10) — features and performance relative to price.
Which is better for Call Quality, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 or the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro?+
The Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro scores higher on Call Quality (8.5/10 vs 7.5/10) — microphone performance and background noise rejection.
Which is better for Durability, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 or the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro?+
The Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro scores higher on Durability (8.5/10 vs 7.5/10) — IP rating, build materials and case robustness.
Is the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 worth the price difference over the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro?+
The Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro is the cheaper option at $249.99 versus $299.95. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Battery.
Which is better suited to my use case?+
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 is the better fit if you mainly care about travel or commute. The Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro is the better fit for workout.
What's the warranty on the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 vs the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro?+
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 ships with a 12-month warranty; the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro ships with a 12-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
Cheaper Option
Apple AirPods Pro 3 — $249.00
Premium Option
Sony WF-1000XM6 — $329.99
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