Google Pixel Buds Pro
See price on AmazonOverall Score 8.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2
See price on AmazonOverall Score 7.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Google Pixel Buds Pro | OnePlus Buds Pro 2 |
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DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IP55 |
weight | 12.4g | 9.8g | |
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 | 11mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 10Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 40,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 75dB/mW | 97dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 11hours | 9hours |
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 | v5.2 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
has ldac | ✓ | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 6only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
mic sensitivity | ✗ | -38dBV/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 given by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Google Pixel Buds Pro's rating for solids indicates 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, OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a rating of IP55 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,
Google Pixel Buds Pro has a lower liquid rating than OnePlus Buds Pro 2
Google Pixel Buds Pro have a weight of 12.4g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2, at 9.8g are lighter than the Google Pixel Buds Pro by -2.6g True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds together. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the two earbuds together.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro come with wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit. Google Pixel Buds Pro have sweat resistance OnePlus Buds Pro 2'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, 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 OnePlus Buds Pro 2 and Google Pixel Buds Pro have stereo speakers ANC utilises more advanced technology to actively counter noise.
How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. 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 allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. The Google Pixel Buds Pro and OnePlus Buds Pro 2 work with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that enhances your chill time. The Google Pixel Buds Pro sit tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces background noise and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out . Both OnePlus Buds Pro 2, and Google Pixel Buds Pro have passive noise reduction this implies that they limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size determines the loudness of the earbuds. OnePlus Buds 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 usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply 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 device produces low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it. OnePlus Buds Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this implies that
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 produce a juicier bass than the Google Pixel Buds Pro
Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that OnePlus Buds Pro 2 produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Google Pixel Buds Pro 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. OnePlus Buds Pro 2's sound pressure level measurement is 97dB/mW.
The sound pressure level, a device is can be considered differently by separate 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 given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2's battery life is less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 2 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, 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 has a charge of 20 hours.
A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself. OnePlus Buds Pro 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 recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods.
OnePlus Buds Pro 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 just place down on a compatible charging pad. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your device and case. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow 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, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too use 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 enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 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 to connect via Bluetooth.
OnePlus Buds 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 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 fine with your iPhone. If you are planning 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 OnePlus Buds Pro 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, which provides high-resolution audio.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have 6 microphones. While the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise. The Google Pixel Buds Pro use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the desired sound.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too use a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas. Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds The OnePlus Buds Pro 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, say you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears . When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Google Pixel Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature. OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have the find earbuds feature. Use the device app on your phone to play an alarm from your earbuds to help you locate them.
Google Pixel Buds Pro support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device. The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too support fast charging.
It's very 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 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.
For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 support 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 from another connected device. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too support the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. The Google Pixel Buds Pro, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also have a control panel on them. The Google Pixel Buds Pro support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. Google Pixel Buds Pro come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a cover may easily damage them.
OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.