The Samsung Galaxy Buds Core (SM-R410, 2025 model) is Samsung’s latest entry in the Galaxy Buds Core line, aimed at people who want Galaxy-branded earbuds with active noise cancellation and long battery life without paying flagship prices.
Stable Bluetooth 5.4 Connection
Bluetooth 5.4 keeps the connection stable and the audio quality consistent, with quick, seamless pairing across your devices — no dropouts mid-call or mid-song.
Active Noise Cancellation
Active Noise Cancellation blocks out unwanted ambient sound, making these a solid pick for commuting, open offices, or anywhere you want your music or calls to come through clearly without cranking the volume.
Up to 35 Hours of Playback
With up to 35 hours of continuous music playback between the earbuds and charging case, these are built to get you through several days without needing to plug in constantly.
A Modern, Intuitive Design
As the latest 2025 Galaxy Buds Core model, the SM-R410 comes with a refreshed design and intuitive touch controls, so adjusting volume, skipping tracks, or answering calls stays simple.
Do You Need a Samsung Phone to Use These?
No — like other Galaxy Buds, these connect over standard Bluetooth 5.4, so they’ll pair with iPhones and any Android phone, not just Samsung devices. That said, Samsung’s Galaxy Wearable app — which unlocks extra features like touch control customization — is built primarily for Galaxy phones, so Samsung users will typically get the fullest experience out of the box.
Where This Fits in Samsung’s Earbud Lineup
The “Core” naming signals this sits below Samsung’s higher-end Galaxy Buds Pro models — you get ANC and strong battery life, without premium extras like adaptive noise control tuned to your surroundings. For most everyday listening, commuting, and calls, that trade-off is a reasonable one at this price point.
Who Should Buy This
- Samsung/Galaxy ecosystem users who want matching-brand earbuds
- Anyone who wants ANC and long battery life without paying for flagship-tier buds
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use these with an iPhone?
Yes — Bluetooth 5.4 pairing works with iOS as well as Android, though some Galaxy-specific customization features are limited to the Galaxy Wearable app.
Is the 35-hour battery life just the case, or the earbuds too?
It’s the combined total between the earbuds and the charging case — the earbuds themselves will need to go back in the case periodically to recharge before you hit the full 35 hours.
Is this the newest Galaxy Buds Core model?
Yes — the SM-R410 is the 2025 model, Samsung’s most recent version in the Galaxy Buds Core line at the time of this review.
Related Guide: Want even longer battery life? See our longest playtime earbuds on a single charge comparison. Deciding between a few? See our JBL vs Raycon vs Samsung vs Sony earbuds comparison.