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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

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

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 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. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a weight of 12.4g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

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 case since they don't have wires. This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds . Google Pixel Buds Pro have wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit. Google Pixel Buds Pro are resistant to sweat 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, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

ANC utilises advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.



The Google Pixel Buds Pro have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise. Google Pixel Buds Pro sit tightly in place, creating a sound seal that tones down background sounds 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, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size dictates the sound made by the device.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. The Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device produces high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. 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 for a single charge. 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.

This is given by the vendor, and the 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. 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 for the first time. Google Pixel Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your earbuds and charging case. The Google Pixel Buds Pro support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

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. 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. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Google Pixel Buds Pro will work well with your iPad.

If you intend on using these with Android , 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 can reach a high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high-resolution audio.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro have 6 microphones. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound. The Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing them The Google Pixel Buds Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Google Pixel Buds Pro support the find earbuds feature. Google Pixel Buds Pro support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

The 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 feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

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. 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.

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

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