Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Vs. Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd Gen) Review

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection given by a casing, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IP54, the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's rating is read as, the first value of 5 denotes that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. Compared to the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a rating of IPX4 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a weight of 9.4g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), at 10.6g are heavier than the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 with a difference of 1.2g For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds together. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the 2 earbuds . Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have sweat resistance Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation utilises advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero thus "diluting" the noise.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that suites your chill time.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 stay well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down your environment noise while preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size determines the sound produced by the earbuds.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making both devices similar in how loud their sound can get , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices produce equal bass The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can generate equal treble Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's battery life is 11 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 by 5 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the vendor, and the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's case is said to have a full charge of 20 hours.

A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 by 4 hours It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 by 1 hours The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.4, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, older than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.

Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 will work well with your iPad. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have 6 microphones.

While the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) microphones are 6, equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the desired sound. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too use a noise-canceling type of microphone.

This is useful in noisy environments. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support the find earbuds feature. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have the find earbuds feature.

Simply use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to find them. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another connected device.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

With the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a control panel on them. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 come with their own special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.