Google Pixel Buds Pro
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Nothing Ear 2
See price on AmazonOverall Score 7.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Google Pixel Buds Pro | Nothing Ear 2 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IP54 |
weight | 12.4g | 9g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✓ | ✗ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 11mm | 11.6mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 75dB/mW | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 11hours | 6hours |
battery life of charging case | 20hours | 30hours | |
charge time | 1hours | 1hours | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5 | v5.3 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
has ldac | ✓ | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 6only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
mic sensitivity | ✗ | -40dBV/Pa | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✓ |
has in/on-ear detection | ✓ | ✓ | |
has find earbuds feature | ✓ | ✓ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | 2only | 2only | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of 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, Nothing Ear 2 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 prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
The Nothing Ear 2, at 9g
are lighter than the Google Pixel Buds Pro with a difference -3.4g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds together.
Nothing Ear 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together.
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 more secure fit.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have sweat resistance
Nothing Ear 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Google Pixel Buds Pro have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Nothing Ear 2 and Google Pixel Buds Pro have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
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 earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.
Nothing Ear 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels. The Google Pixel Buds Pro and Nothing Ear 2 operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that suites your relaxation time.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro stay tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down background sounds while preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both reduce ambient noise without 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.
A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the loudness of the device.
Nothing Ear 2 driver unit is 11.6mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 0.6mm
, 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce 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.
Nothing Ear 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device generates high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.
Nothing Ear 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can 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.
The 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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Nothing Ear 2's battery life is
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 5 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
This is given by the vendor, and the Google Pixel Buds Pro's case is said to have a charge of 20 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.
Nothing Ear 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 10 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 when they have been unused for extended periods.
Nothing Ear 2 takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro
Google Pixel Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a supported charging pad.
Nothing Ear 2 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds.
The 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 status of your device and charging case.
Nothing Ear 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.
Google Pixel Buds Pro support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Nothing Ear 2 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Nothing Ear 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3,
newer than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
Nothing Ear 2 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 can provide 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 fine with your MacBook. 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 Nothing Ear 2 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.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have 6 microphones.
Nothing Ear 2 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
Google Pixel Buds Pro use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.
The Nothing Ear 2 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.
The Nothing Ear 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -40dBV/Pa. The magnitude of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the earbud microphone can recognize.
Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The Nothing Ear 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful 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 would still want to hear traffic.
Google Pixel Buds Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
The Nothing Ear 2 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.
When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Google Pixel Buds Pro support the find earbuds feature.
Nothing Ear 2 also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the device app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to help you find them.
Google Pixel Buds Pro support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device.
The Nothing Ear 2 too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, 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, this 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 Nothing Ear 2 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 without missing notifications coming from another connected device.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The Nothing Ear 2 too support this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but 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 functions are supported on the device.
The Nothing Ear 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, like if there is an issue with the connection.
Nothing Ear 2 also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Nothing Ear 2 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.