Ingress protection 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 refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of 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, 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 consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2, at 9.8g
weigh more than the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 with a difference of 0.4g
True wireless devices 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 cables. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds .
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the 2 earbuds .
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have sweat resistance
OnePlus Buds Pro 2'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, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation utilises advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds.
How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero thus "diluting" the noise.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have ANC which makes either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 and OnePlus Buds Pro 2 work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that you prefer for travel or that enhances your chill time. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic seal that reduces background noise and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both OnePlus Buds Pro 2, and Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have passive noise reduction this implies that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the sound made by the earbuds. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making both OnePlus Buds Pro 2, and Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 similar in how loud their sound gets
, 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it. OnePlus Buds Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this means that
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 produce 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 indicates how well an audio component makes high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this implies that
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 can produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. OnePlus Buds Pro 2's battery life is
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 by 2 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, 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 has a full charge of 20 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many 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 takes 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 when they have been unused for long periods. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 by 1 hours
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 status of your earbuds and case. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. 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 have 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 enables 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 to connect 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 used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because 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 well with your iPhone.
If you are planning on using these with Android , 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.
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 enable the earbuds to filter out noise. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out noise from the desired 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, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say 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 device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a find earbuds feature. The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also have the find earbuds feature.
You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play a sound from your earbuds to find them. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device.
Also the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too support fast charging. It's very 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 just 30 minutes.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link 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 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 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 too have this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.
With the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 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 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 an issue with the connection. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your pockets without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
