IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IPX4, the Google Pixel Buds Pro's rating for solids indicates 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, Bowers & Wilkins PI7 have a rating of IP54 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,
they both have the same rating against liquids
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 move with.
The Bowers & Wilkins PI7, at 50g
are heavier than the Google Pixel Buds Pro with a difference of 37.6g
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 matter since they don't have wires. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also is true wireless since it has no cables connecting the 2 earbuds together.
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
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. The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds.
How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 thus "diluting" the noise.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.
Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have Active Noise Cancellation making both earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels. The Google Pixel Buds Pro and Bowers & Wilkins PI7 operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that suites your relaxation time. The Google Pixel Buds Pro stay well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment sounds well as preventing the device sound from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that they tone down ambient noise without using ANC 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. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the sound produced by the earbuds. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 driver unit is 9.2mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 1.8mm
, 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 yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. The Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Bowers & Wilkins PI7's lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this implies that
Bowers & Wilkins PI7 can make sound with a juicier bass than the Google Pixel Buds Pro
Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device makes high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.
Bowers & Wilkins PI7's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can generate equal treble
The sound pressure level, 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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Bowers & Wilkins PI7's battery life is
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 6.5 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Google Pixel Buds Pro's case is said to have a full charge of 20 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself. Bowers & Wilkins PI7's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours,
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 2 hours
It takes 1 hours to fully charge the Google Pixel Buds Pro's battery.
It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 takes 3 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 2 hours
The Google Pixel Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad.
Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your earbuds and case.
Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, 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. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too use USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. The 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. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 has a Bluetooth version of 5,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro
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 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 will work fine with your iPad. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 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. Google Pixel Buds Pro have 6 microphones. The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing them
The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful 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. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.
When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Google Pixel Buds Pro support the find earbuds feature. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the device app on your phone to play a sound from your device to help you find them.
Google Pixel Buds Pro support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes. The Google Pixel Buds Pro support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect 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 Google Pixel Buds Pro have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also have this function.
It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk. With the Google Pixel Buds Pro, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also have a control panel on them.
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 Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.
Google Pixel Buds Pro come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
