Google Pixel Buds Pro Vs. Apple Airpods (3Rd Gen) Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Google Pixel Buds Pro IPX4

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) IPX4

IP ratings is the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX4, the Google Pixel Buds Pro's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, 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, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 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

Weight

Google Pixel Buds Pro 12.4g

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 8.56g

The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a weight of 12.4g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), at 8.56g weigh less than the Google Pixel Buds Pro by -3.84g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the pair of earbuds .

Wingtips Included

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

The Google Pixel Buds Pro come with wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.

Sweat Resistance

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro have sweat resistance

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) and Google Pixel Buds Pro have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) then producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.

Google Pixel Buds Pro have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. The Google Pixel Buds Pro and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that suits your commute or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro stay well in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces background noise and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out .

Both Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), and Google Pixel Buds Pro have passive noise reduction which means that they limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Google Pixel Buds Pro 11mm

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 11mm

Google Pixel Buds Pro 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 dictates the sound made by the device.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 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 it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20Hz

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 10Hz

Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this implies that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) can produce a juicier bass than the Google Pixel Buds Pro

Highest Frequency

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20,000Hz

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 20,000Hz

The Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device produces high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Google Pixel Buds Pro 75dB/mW

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, measured 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.

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Battery Life

Google Pixel Buds Pro 11hours

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 6hours

The Google Pixel Buds Pro'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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 5 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20hours

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 30hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Google Pixel Buds Pro's case is said to have a full charge of 20 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 30 hours, more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 10 hours

Charge Time

Google Pixel Buds Pro 1hours

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 0.3hours

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 when they have been unused for long periods.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) takes 0.3 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 0.7 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a supported charging pad.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

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 earbuds and case.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

The Google Pixel Buds Pro use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

Google Pixel Buds Pro v5

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) v5

Google Pixel Buds Pro have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5, equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Google Pixel Buds Pro 10meters

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 10meters

The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro

Has Aac

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides 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 will work well with your MacBook. 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 Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 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.

Has Ldac

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

The 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, which provides high-resolution audio.

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Number Of Microphones

Google Pixel Buds Pro 6only

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 6only

Google Pixel Buds Pro have 6 microphones.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) microphones are 6, equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The Google Pixel Buds Pro use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

The Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing them

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Google Pixel Buds Pro support the find earbuds feature.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your earbuds to help you find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The Google Pixel Buds Pro support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

Also the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 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 can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2only

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 2only

The Google Pixel Buds Pro support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint 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 manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another connected device.

Has A Mute Function

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also support the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

With the Google Pixel Buds Pro, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✗

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 1Years

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 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.

Has Voice Prompts

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing may easily damage them.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Google Pixel Buds Pro	Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX4
	weight	12.4g	8.56g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✓	✗
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	10Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	75dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	11hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	30hours
	charge time	1hours	0.3hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✗
	bluetooth version	v5	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has ldac	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✗
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	✗	1Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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