Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IP54, the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's rating for solids indicates 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, Bowers & Wilkins PI7 have a rating of IP54 meaning that
they both have the same rating against dust
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 prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
The Bowers & Wilkins PI7, at 50g
weigh more than the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 with a difference of 40.6g
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 matter since they have no wires. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds together. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the 2 earbuds together.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 are resistant to sweat
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 Bowers & Wilkins PI7 and Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out.
Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds. The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have ANC which makes both earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes.
Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 sit well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces background sounds and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 driver unit is 9.2mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 by 1.8mm
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate 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 generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Bowers & Wilkins PI7's lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this means that
Bowers & Wilkins PI7 can make sound with a juicier bass than the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.
Bowers & Wilkins PI7'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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Bowers & Wilkins PI7's battery life is
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 by 6.5 hours
. Each 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 no longer play for long like they used to. This is given by the manufacturer, and Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's case has a full charge of 20 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
Bowers & Wilkins PI7's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours,
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 by 2 hours
It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 takes 3 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 by 1 hours
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery.
Its lights show the charging status of your earbuds and case. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets. 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 close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Bowers & Wilkins PI7 has a Bluetooth version of 5,
older than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 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 iPhone.
If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 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. The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 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 so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog 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 removed from your ears .
Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support the find earbuds feature. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have the find earbuds feature.
You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your device to help you locate them. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds.
Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also have the mute function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.
Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also have a control panel on them. The 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 following instruction manuals. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 come with their own special case.
Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your bag without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
