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Google Pixel Buds Pro Review

Last updated on Aug 18, 2024   10 minute read
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Google Pixel Buds Pro

Google Pixel Buds Pro

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Reasons why you might like the Google Pixel Buds Pro

Overall Score 8.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.

  • Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating of IPX4
  • Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)
  • Battery Life of 11 hours
  • Has Usb Type-C
  • Number Of Microphones of 6 only
  • Has Ambient Sound Mode

IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance 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 of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a weight of 12.4g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together. The Google Pixel Buds Pro come with wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.

Google Pixel Buds Pro have sweat resistance 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. ANC utilises advanced technology to actively cancel noise. 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 taking +1 (noise) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.

Google Pixel Buds Pro have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise. Google Pixel Buds Pro stay well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down your environment noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out . The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.

A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, its size determines the sound produced by the device. 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 audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. The Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

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. 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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. 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 charge of 20 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.

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 for the first time. Google Pixel Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging.

To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a supported charging pad. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your device and charging case.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. 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. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

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

The Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them Google Pixel Buds Pro support 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, Google Pixel Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature. 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 fully charge the earbuds.

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 having to manually disconnect and reconnect. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

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

Google Pixel Buds Pro come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your bag without a cover can easily damage them.

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