Google Pixel Buds Pro Vs. Nothing Ear 2 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Google Pixel Buds Pro IPX4

Nothing Ear 2 IP54

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of 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, 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

Weight

Google Pixel Buds Pro 12.4g

Nothing Ear 2 9g

Google Pixel Buds Pro have a weight of 12.4g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.

The Nothing Ear 2, at 9g weigh less than the Google Pixel Buds Pro with a difference -3.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires linking any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds together.

Nothing Ear 2 also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the two earbuds .

Wingtips Included

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✗

The Google Pixel Buds Pro come with wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

Sweat Resistance

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro are resistant to sweat

Nothing Ear 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Nothing Ear 2 also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.

Nothing Ear 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation making both devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. The Google Pixel Buds Pro and Nothing Ear 2 operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that enhances your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro stay well in place, creating an acoustic seal that tones down your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out at the same.

Both Nothing Ear 2, and Google Pixel Buds Pro have passive noise reduction this implies that both tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Google Pixel Buds Pro 11mm

Nothing Ear 2 11.6mm

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 basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, 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 find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20Hz

Nothing Ear 2 20Hz

The Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Nothing Ear 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20,000Hz

Nothing Ear 2 20,000Hz

The Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device produces high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Nothing Ear 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Google Pixel Buds Pro 75dB/mW

Nothing Ear 2 ✗

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.

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Battery Life

Google Pixel Buds Pro 11hours

Nothing Ear 2 6hours

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 usually 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 . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20hours

Nothing Ear 2 30hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and Google Pixel Buds Pro's case has a full charge of 20 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple 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

Charge Time

Google Pixel Buds Pro 1hours

Nothing Ear 2 1hours

It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Google Pixel Buds Pro's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Nothing Ear 2 takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro

Has Wireless Charging

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

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.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and case.

Nothing Ear 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

The Google Pixel Buds Pro use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Nothing Ear 2 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Google Pixel Buds Pro v5

Nothing Ear 2 v5.3

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.

Nothing Ear 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Google Pixel Buds Pro 10meters

Nothing Ear 2 10meters

The 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

Has Aac

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because 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 MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android , 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.

Has Ldac

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✗

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, providing high-resolution audio.

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Number Of Microphones

Google Pixel Buds Pro 6only

Nothing Ear 2 6only

Google Pixel Buds Pro have 6 microphones.

While the 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.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.

The Nothing Ear 2 too use a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

Mic Sensitivity

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✗

Nothing Ear 2 -40dBV/Pa

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 measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the microphone can pick up.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

The Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

The Nothing Ear 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears .

Nothing Ear 2 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Google Pixel Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature.

The Nothing Ear 2 too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to locate them.

Supports Fast Charging

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge a device.

Also the Nothing Ear 2 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2only

Nothing Ear 2 2only

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. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Nothing Ear 2 have a 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 device.

Has A Mute Function

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Nothing Ear 2 too have the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

The Google Pixel Buds Pro, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

Nothing Ear 2 also have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

The Google Pixel Buds Pro support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

The Nothing Ear 2 also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Nothing Ear 2 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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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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