IP ratings refer to the rating 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 represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that 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 the second number of 4 means 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, Nothing Ear 1 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 best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.
The Nothing Ear 1, at 9.4g
have the same weight as the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds together. Nothing Ear 1 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires connecting the pair of earbuds .
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have sweat resistance
Nothing Ear 1's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Nothing Ear 1 also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise. Nothing Ear 1 too have ANC making either of the earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that suits your travel or that suites your chill time.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 stay well in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both Nothing Ear 1, and Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have passive noise reduction which implies that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the loudness of the device. Nothing Ear 1 driver unit is 11.6mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 by 0.6mm
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Nothing Ear 1's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component makes high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Nothing Ear 1's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal treble
The 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Nothing Ear 1's battery life is
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 by 6 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
This is given by the vendor, and the 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 several times before having to recharge the case itself. Nothing Ear 1's charging case has a battery life of 29 hours,
more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 by 9 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 for the first time. Nothing Ear 1 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 by 0.5 hours
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case.
Nothing Ear 1 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Nothing Ear 1 too use USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.4, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Nothing Ear 1 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
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. Nothing Ear 1 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.
Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Being 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 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.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have 6 microphones. While the Nothing Ear 1 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the desired sound.
The Nothing Ear 1 too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy areas. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Nothing Ear 1 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but still want 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 .
The Nothing Ear 1 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a find earbuds feature. Nothing Ear 1 too have the find earbuds feature.
Simply use the earbuds app on your phone to play a sound from your device to help you find them. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device.
The Nothing Ear 1 too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
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 Nothing Ear 1 also 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 following instruction manuals.
If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Nothing Ear 1 have a warranty period of 1Years,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
The Nothing Ear 1 too support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a casing can easily damage them.
Nothing Ear 1 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
