IP ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
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 value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. In comparison to the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2, OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a rating of IP55 meaning that
they both have the same rating against dust
and that of liquids is that,
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 has a lower liquid rating than OnePlus Buds Pro 2
The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a weight of 9.4g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2, at 9.8g
are heavier than the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 by of 0.4g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds together. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds .
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 are resistant to sweat
OnePlus Buds Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also have stereo speakers
ANC utilises more advanced technology to actively cancel noise. How it works, it listens to 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 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise. The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have ANC making both devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 sit well in place, creating a sound seal that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that they limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 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 find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce 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 recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. OnePlus Buds Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this implies that
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 can make sound with a juicier bass than the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. OnePlus Buds Pro 2's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's battery life is 11 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge.
A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. OnePlus Buds Pro 2's battery life is
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 by 2 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, 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 manufacturer, and Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's case is said to have a 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. OnePlus Buds Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 by 10 hours
It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's battery.
It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 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 shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your earbuds and case.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too use USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.4, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
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. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 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 the same bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 will work fine 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 OnePlus Buds Pro 2 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 OnePlus Buds Pro 2 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone.
Especially useful in noisy environments. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support the find earbuds feature. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to locate them.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 support multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
. Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another device. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also support the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 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. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support voice prompts.
Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 come with their own special pouch.
Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover may easily damage them. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
