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 is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to 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.

In comparison 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 take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

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

Has No Wires Or Cables

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds .

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also is true wireless since it has no cables linking the 2 earbuds together.

Wingtips Included

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✗

Google Pixel Buds Pro have wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better 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 good for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , 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 separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

ANC uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 thus "diluting" the noise.

Google Pixel Buds Pro have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that you prefer for travel or that enhances your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

The Google Pixel Buds Pro stay well in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down background sounds well as preventing the device sound from leaking out at the same.

Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, and Google Pixel Buds Pro have passive noise reduction this means that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Google Pixel Buds Pro 11mm

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 11mm

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making both Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, and Google Pixel Buds Pro similar in how loud their sound gets , a common assumption 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20Hz

Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces 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 can produce 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 indicates how well a particular audio device generates high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

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

Sound Pressure Level

Google Pixel Buds Pro 75dB/mW

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✗

The sound pressure level, is the pressure level 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

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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery life is less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 3 hours . Each 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 no longer play for long like they used to.

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 more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several 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 supported charging pad.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

The 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 comes along with most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Google Pixel Buds Pro v5

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro v5

Google Pixel Buds Pro have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, 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

The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a 10meters distance connecting 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. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide 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 MacBook. 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 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, which provides 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.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphones are 6, equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise.

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 designed to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' 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

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

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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 so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

The Google Pixel Buds Pro have 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 saving battery life.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, 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 help you find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

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

Also the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2only

The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a 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 Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support 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 connected device.

Has A Mute Function

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

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

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too support this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' 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 ✓

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

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

Warranty Period

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2Years

The 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 ✓

Google Pixel Buds Pro have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a case included, which is useful for 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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