Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection given by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Scoring 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 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, Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a rating of IP57 meaning 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 that of liquids is that,
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX has a higher liquid rating than Google Pixel Buds Pro
Google Pixel Buds Pro have a weight of 12.4g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to carry.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, at 12g
are lighter than the Google Pixel Buds Pro with a difference -0.4g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds .
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the two earbuds together. The Google Pixel Buds Pro come with wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit.
Google Pixel Buds Pro are resistant to sweat
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Google Pixel Buds Pro 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. Both Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX and Google Pixel Buds Pro have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it.
In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 hence "diluting" the noise.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have ANC 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 overcome background sounds. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too have ANC making both devices ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.
Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time. Google Pixel Buds Pro sit tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces background sounds and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size dictates the loudness of the device. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX driver unit is 9.2mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 1.8mm
, 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 indicate that they deliver better quality sound. Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
The Google Pixel Buds Pro'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 on its way through.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices generate equal treble
SPL, is the level of pressure 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. The 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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery life is
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 3 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
The battery life of the charging case 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 several times before recharging the case itself. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro
It takes 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. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 0.5 hours
Google Pixel Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging state of your device and charging case.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. The Google Pixel Buds Pro support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too support USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. 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. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 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 to connect via Bluetooth. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 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.
Because 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 MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 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 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. Google Pixel Buds Pro have 6 microphones. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the desired sound. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 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 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Google Pixel Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature. The Google Pixel Buds Pro support fast charging.
Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster.
For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a 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 device. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too support this function.
The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. With 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 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX also have a control panel on them.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too support voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover can easily damage them. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
