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 such as dust, while the second refers to protection 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 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, 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
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a weight of 12.4g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
The Bowers & Wilkins PI7, at 50g
are heavier than the Google Pixel Buds Pro by of 37.6g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds .
Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the 2 earbuds .
Google Pixel Buds Pro have wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to the separate 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
ANC makes use of more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise. The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have ANC which makes either of the earbuds ideal for flights and morning 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 chill time.
Google Pixel Buds Pro stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces your environment sounds while preventing the earbuds music from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. The Google Pixel Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, the unit size determines the loudness of the earbuds. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 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
, a common assumption 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 deliver better quality sound.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, 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 produce a juicier bass than the Google Pixel Buds Pro
Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Bowers & Wilkins PI7's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can generate 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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Bowers & Wilkins PI7's battery life is
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 6.5 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, 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 full charge of 20 hours.
A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging 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 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.
Bowers & Wilkins PI7 takes 3 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 2 hours
Google Pixel Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply place down on a supported charging pad. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your device and charging case. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 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 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 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.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Google Pixel Buds Pro will work well with your iPad. 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 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 can reach a high bitrate of 990kbps, providing high-resolution audio.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have 6 microphones. While the Bowers & Wilkins PI7 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 intended to reduce background sounds from the desired sound.
The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too use a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments. Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when 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 improving your listening experience. When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Google Pixel Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature.
Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play a sound from your device to find them. The Google Pixel Buds Pro support fast charging.
Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of 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.
For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have the mute function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have a control panel on them. The Google Pixel Buds Pro support voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 also support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them. Google Pixel Buds Pro come with their own special case.
Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
