Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX4, the Google Pixel Buds Pro's rating for solids indicates 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. Compared 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,
Google Pixel Buds Pro has a lower liquid rating than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
Google Pixel Buds Pro have a weight of 12.4g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, at 12g
are lighter than the Google Pixel Buds Pro with a difference -0.4g
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the two earbuds .
The Google Pixel Buds Pro come with wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have sweat resistance
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Google Pixel Buds Pro have stereo speakers, what this means is that Google Pixel Buds Pro's speakers deliver sound from independent 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 uses more advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to cancel it out.
Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too have ANC which makes both earbuds ideal for flights and morning commutes.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that suits your commute or that enhances your chill time. The Google Pixel Buds Pro stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces background sounds and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same. Both Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, and Google Pixel Buds Pro have passive noise reduction which means that both limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines 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 yeah, 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 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. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal bass
The Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component makes high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal treble
SPL, 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. 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 requires fewer chargings. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery life is
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 3 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
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 more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many 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 requires 1 hours to fully charge the Google Pixel Buds Pro's battery.
It is recommended 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 just place down on a compatible charging pad.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. Google Pixel Buds Pro use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too use USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. Google Pixel Buds Pro have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, 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.
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.
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 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. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have 6 microphones. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.
Google Pixel Buds Pro use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to filter out background sounds from the desired sound. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.
Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic. The 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. When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Google Pixel Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. 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.
For example, you can easily 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 without missing notifications coming from another connected device. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too have 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, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features 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 through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. The Google Pixel Buds Pro come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a cover may easily damage them.
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
