The Samsung AKG Type-C are wired-only headphones with a comfortable fit. Their non-detachable, braided USB-C cable makes it easy to connect to newer smartphones with USB-C ports, and their low latency makes them suitable for watching videos and movies. Their sound profile is quite neutral, though there's a little extra boom in the bass range that can please fans of genres like hip-hop and EDM. However, these straightforward headphones don't offer a lot of extra features, and you can't customize their sound. That said, they offer a decently neutral sound profile at a cheap price.
Our Verdict
The Samsung AKG Type-C are satisfactory for neutral sound. Their bass range is slightly overemphasized, which adds an extra boom and punch to the mix that may be overwhelming for fans of neutral sound. However, the rest of their range is quite neutral and balanced, resulting in clear and present vocals and lead instruments. Unfortunately, you can't customize their sound.
- Outstanding frequency response consistency.
- No sound enhancement features.
The Samsung AKG Type-C are sub-par for commute and travel. They have a portable design and a comfortable fit, so you can wear them for long flights without a lot of fatigue. However, they struggle to isolate against background noises, so you can still hear bus and plane engines while wearing them.
- Comfortable and portable.
- Mediocre noise isolation.
- Can't use wirelessly.
The Samsung AKG Type-C are mediocre for sports and fitness. While they're stable enough for casual listening sessions, they aren't designed to be used while working out, and they may fall out of your ears during more intense exercises. Also, their non-detachable cable can snag on something. That said, they're very comfortable and portable headphones.
- Comfortable and portable.
- Not stable enough for exercise.
The Samsung AKG Type-C are middling for office use. These comfortable headphones don't leak a lot of noise, so you can enjoy your favorite tunes without bothering nearby coworkers. However, they have mediocre noise isolation, so you may hear background noises like the sound of bus engines.
- Comfortable and portable.
- Mediocre noise isolation.
- Can't use wirelessly.
The Samsung AKG Type-C are wired-only headphones, so they aren't suitable for wireless gaming.
The Samsung AKG Type-C are decent for wired gaming. Thanks to their wired connection, they have low latency on PCs. You can comfortably wear them for long gaming sessions, and their somewhat bass-heavy sound adds an extra boom and punch to action-packed scenes. Unfortunately, you can't use them with your PS4 or Xbox One consoles.
- Comfortable and portable.
- Low latency on PCs and mobile devices.
- No sound enhancement features.
- Not compatible with Xbox One or PS4.
The Samsung AKG Type-C are fair for phone calls. Their in-line microphone has a good recording quality, but it can struggle to separate your voice from background noises, so it's best-suited for making calls from quiet environments. They have mediocre noise isolation, so some bass-heavy background noises may distract you from your call.
- Good recording quality.
- Mediocre noise isolation.
Changelog
- Updated Sep 27, 2021: Converted to Test Bench 1.5.
- Updated Dec 11, 2020: We've updated the USB Audio test results.
- Updated Dec 03, 2020: Review published.
- Updated Nov 26, 2020: Early access published.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Samsung AKG Type-C come in 'White' and 'Black' variants. We tested the 'Black' one, and we expect the other color variants to perform similarly. Samsung also sells wired in-ears with a USB-C connection and an ANC feature, but we haven't tested them.
If you come across another version, let us know in the discussions.
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The Samsung AKG Type-C are cheap wired-only headphones with a USB-C cable that's suitable for connecting with devices with a USB-C port. They have a very neutral, balanced sound profile, with a touch of extra boom in the bass range. They're well-built and comfortable, but their fit isn't as stable in your ear as some of the other headphones we've tested. See our recommendations for the best USB-C headphones, the best cheap wireless earbuds, and the best wired headphones.
The Samsung AKG Type-C are better headphones than the Google Pixel USB-C Earbuds. The Samsung are better-built and more comfortable. They have a better-balanced sound profile, and they isolate against more background noise. However, the Google have a more stable fit.
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The Samsung AKG Type-C are better headphones than the TIN Audio T2. The Samsung are more comfortable, and they have in-line controls and a microphone, unlike the TIN. Also, they have a better-balanced sound profile. However, the TIN are better-built, more stable, and they leak less noise.
The Samsung AKG Type-C are better headphones than the TIN Audio T3. The Samsung are more comfortable, and they have in-line controls and a microphone, unlike the TIN. Both headphones have a little extra boom in the bass range, but the Samsung have a more neutral sound than the TIN. However, the TIN are better-built, more stable, and leak less noise.
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