IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX4, the Google Pixel Buds Pro's rating is read as, the first value 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 Wave Buds 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 best because lighter devices are easier to transport.
JBL Wave Buds, at 9g
weigh less than the Google Pixel Buds Pro by -3.4g
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 cables. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds .
JBL Wave Buds also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .
Google Pixel Buds Pro have wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit. Google Pixel Buds Pro have sweat resistance
JBL Wave Buds's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as 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 Wave Buds also have stereo speakers
ANC uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise. JBL Wave Buds too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning travels. The Google Pixel Buds Pro and JBL Wave Buds 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, this creates a sound covering that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the device music from leaking out .
Both JBL Wave Buds, and Google Pixel Buds Pro have passive noise reduction this 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, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds.
JBL Wave Buds driver unit is 8mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 3mm
, 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 produce 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 device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
JBL Wave Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal bass
Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. JBL Wave Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can generate equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level 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.
JBL Wave Buds's sound pressure level measurement is 100dB/mW. How loud something is can be considered differently by different people, 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 before recharge.
A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. JBL Wave Buds'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 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 the Google Pixel Buds Pro's case has a charge of 20 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself. JBL Wave Buds's charging case has a battery life of 24 hours,
more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 4 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 extended periods. JBL Wave Buds 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 earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and case. JBL Wave Buds 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 have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. JBL Wave Buds too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. JBL Wave Buds 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 Wave Buds 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 the same 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 iPad. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The JBL Wave Buds 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. JBL Wave Buds microphones are 2,
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise. The Google Pixel Buds Pro use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the desired sound.
The JBL Wave Buds too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy environments. The Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing them
The JBL Wave Buds 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 jog but still want to be able to hear traffic.
Google Pixel Buds Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused. JBL Wave Buds 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, Google Pixel Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature.
JBL Wave Buds too have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to locate them. Google Pixel Buds Pro support fast charging.
Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device. JBL Wave Buds too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes. 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. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The JBL Wave Buds 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 and not miss notifications from another device. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The JBL Wave Buds also have the mute function.
The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' 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 device. JBL Wave Buds also have a control panel on them.
Google Pixel Buds Pro support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. JBL Wave Buds too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.
Google Pixel Buds Pro come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. JBL Wave Buds also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
