IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by a casing, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
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 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 better because lighter devices are easier to move with.
The JBL Wave Buds, at 9g
are lighter than the Google Pixel Buds Pro by -3.4g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds together. JBL Wave Buds also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the two earbuds .
The Google Pixel Buds Pro come with wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds 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 Wave Buds's resistance to sweat makes both devices good 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 independent 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 makes use of advanced technology to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it.
In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds. JBL Wave Buds too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels.
Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that enhances your chill time. Google Pixel Buds Pro stay well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down your environment sounds while preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both JBL Wave Buds, and Google Pixel Buds Pro have passive noise reduction this implies that they tone down 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, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size determines the loudness of the device. 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
, 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound. The Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. JBL Wave Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal bass
Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.
JBL Wave Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices generate equal treble
The sound pressure level, 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 Wave Buds's sound pressure level measurement is 100dB/mW.
How loud something is can be taken differently by different people, so we need to have a way of getting a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. 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 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 listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, 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 several 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 highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long 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 device, you just put down on a supported charging pad. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery.
Its lights indicate the charging status of your device and case. JBL Wave Buds too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. The Google Pixel Buds Pro support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
JBL Wave Buds too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with 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 close proximity, 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. 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. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides 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 fine 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 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. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have 6 microphones.
While the 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 background sounds. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound. The JBL Wave Buds too have a noise-canceling microphone.
This is useful in noisy areas. 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 what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic. Google Pixel Buds Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .
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 easily find them in your bag, the Google Pixel Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature. The JBL Wave Buds too have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to locate them.
Google Pixel Buds Pro support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. JBL Wave Buds too support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 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.
Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The JBL Wave Buds support 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 and not miss notifications 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 JBL Wave Buds also support this function. The mute function means that you unilaterally 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 functions are supported on the device.
The JBL Wave Buds 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.
JBL Wave Buds too support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them. The Google Pixel Buds Pro come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover may easily damage them.
JBL Wave Buds also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
