Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX4, the Google Pixel Buds Pro's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, 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, Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
they both have the same rating against liquids
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a weight of 12.4g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro, at 12g
weigh less than the Google Pixel Buds Pro by -0.4g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires linking any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds .
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. Google Pixel Buds Pro have wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro too have wingtips, these rest against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to match vigorous movement, they are best suited for sports and other physical activities. If used as directed, they prevent the earbuds from falling off. Google Pixel Buds Pro have sweat resistance
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Google Pixel Buds Pro 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.
Both Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro and Google Pixel Buds Pro have stereo speakers
ANC uses advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise. The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro too have ANC which makes both earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that suits your travel or that enhances your chill time.
Google Pixel Buds Pro stay well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out .
Both Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro, and Google Pixel Buds Pro have passive noise reduction this implies that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. The Google Pixel Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size determines the loudness of the earbuds.
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro driver unit is 10.6mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 0.4mm
, as many tend to believe 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's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component makes high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this implies that
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Google Pixel Buds Pro
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, Google Pixel Buds Pro's measurement is 75dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's sound pressure level measurement is 92dB/mW. The sound pressure level, a device is can be considered differently by different people, so we need to have a way of getting an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. Google Pixel Buds Pro'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. Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's battery life is
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 3 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
This is given by the manufacturer, and the Google Pixel Buds Pro's case is said to have a charge of 20 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself. Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro's charging case has a battery life of 24 hours,
more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 4 hours
It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Google Pixel Buds Pro's battery.
It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 1 hours
The Google Pixel Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a compatible charging pad.
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your device and charging case.
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. The Google Pixel Buds Pro use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro too have USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets. Google Pixel Buds Pro have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro
Google Pixel Buds Pro support AAC, a codec 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.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Google Pixel Buds Pro will work fine with your iPad. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro 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 support LDAC, a codec developed by Sony
which allows streaming high-resolution audio over Bluetooth connections at up to 990 kbps at 32 bit/96 kHz.
It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, providing high-resolution audio. Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro support it as well, LDAC, can automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps for stability. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have 6 microphones.
The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound. The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro too have a noise-canceling microphone.
This is useful in noisy areas. Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing them
The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro 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, say you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic. Google Pixel Buds Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.
If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Google Pixel Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature. Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro too have the find earbuds feature. Use the device app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to locate them.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device. The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro 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 thirty minutes. The Google Pixel Buds Pro support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
Say, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro support multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another device. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro also support this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice. The Google Pixel Buds Pro, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro also have a control panel on them. The Google Pixel Buds Pro support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
The Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them. Google Pixel Buds Pro come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover can easily damage them.
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
