Google Pixel Buds Pro Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Google Pixel Buds Pro IPX4

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro IPX7

IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection 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 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, Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a rating of IPX7 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, Google Pixel Buds Pro has a lower liquid rating than Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro

Weight

Google Pixel Buds Pro 12.4g

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 12.6g

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

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, at 12.6g weigh more than the Google Pixel Buds Pro with a difference of 0.2g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also is true wireless because it has no cables linking the two earbuds .

Wingtips Included

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✗

Google Pixel Buds Pro have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

Sweat Resistance

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro have sweat resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant.

Has Stereo Speakers

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

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

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

ANC uses advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.

Google Pixel Buds Pro have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have ANC which makes either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. The Google Pixel Buds Pro and Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that suits your travel or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

The Google Pixel Buds Pro stay well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down background sounds and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that they reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Google Pixel Buds Pro 11mm

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 11mm

The Google Pixel Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size determines the sound made by the earbuds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making both devices similar in how loud their sound can get , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20Hz

The Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20,000Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20,000Hz

The Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Google Pixel Buds Pro 75dB/mW

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✗

The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 8hours

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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery life is less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 3 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and Google Pixel Buds Pro's case is said to have a 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.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours, equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro

Charge Time

Google Pixel Buds Pro 1hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 1hours

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 for the first time.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro

Has Wireless Charging

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Google Pixel Buds Pro v5

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro v5

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.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5, equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Google Pixel Buds Pro 10meters

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 10meters

Google Pixel Buds Pro have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro

Has Aac

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

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 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 well with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 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 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✗

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 6only

Google Pixel Buds Pro have 6 microphones.

While the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphones are 6, equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

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

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.

Mic Sensitivity

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro -26dBV/Pa

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphone sensitivity is measured at -26dBV/Pa. The vastness 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 sound that the earbud microphone can recognize.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

The Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 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 would still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Google Pixel Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to locate them.

Supports Fast Charging

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too 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 thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2only

Google Pixel Buds Pro support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 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 from another device.

Has A Mute Function

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

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

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also 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.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2Years

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too support voice prompts meaning the device will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

The Google Pixel Buds Pro come with a special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Google Pixel Buds Pro	Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX7
	weight	12.4g	12.6g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✓	✗
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	is dust proof and water-resistant	✗	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	75dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	11hours	8hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	20hours
	charge time	1hours	1hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has ldac	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	mic sensitivity	✗	-26dBV/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	✓	✓
	warranty period	✗	2Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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