Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).
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. Compared to the Google Pixel Buds Pro, JBL Live Pro 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Live Pro 2 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 for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
The JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g
are lighter than the Google Pixel Buds Pro by -2.8g
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds .
JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless since it has no cables connecting the pair of earbuds .
The Google Pixel Buds Pro come with wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit. Google Pixel Buds Pro are resistant to sweat
JBL Live Pro 2'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, what this means is that Google Pixel Buds Pro's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The JBL Live Pro 2 also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds. JBL Live Pro 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation making both devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. The Google Pixel Buds Pro and JBL Live Pro 2 operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time.
Google Pixel Buds Pro sit well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down background noise well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same. Both JBL Live Pro 2, and Google Pixel Buds Pro have passive noise reduction this means that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.
The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds. JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making both devices similar in how loud their sound can get
, as many tend to believe 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 indicate that they deliver better quality sound.
Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies 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. JBL Live Pro 2's sound pressure level measurement is 93dB/mW. The sound pressure level, something is can be considered differently by separate persons, so we need to have the means to get a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.
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 given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 1 hours
. Each 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 no longer play for long like they used to. 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 more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.
JBL Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 10 hours
It takes 1 hours to fully charge the Google Pixel Buds Pro's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods. JBL Live Pro 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 1 hours
The Google Pixel Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the device, you simply place down on a supported charging pad. JBL Live Pro 2 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and case. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
JBL Live Pro 2 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JBL Live Pro 2 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 connecting via Bluetooth. JBL Live Pro 2 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 provides 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 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 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. While the JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise. Google Pixel Buds Pro use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the desired sound.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas. Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing them
The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, 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 earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .
The JBL Live Pro 2 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Google Pixel Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature. JBL Live Pro 2 also have the find earbuds feature.
You can use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to help you locate them. Google Pixel Buds Pro support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The JBL Live Pro 2 have a multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another device.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The JBL Live Pro 2 too support the mute function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.
With the Google Pixel Buds Pro, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a control panel on them. The Google Pixel Buds Pro support voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. JBL Live Pro 2 also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. Google Pixel Buds Pro come with a special case.
Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily damage them. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
