Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
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, Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
they both have the same rating against liquids
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.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, at 10.6g
are lighter than the Google Pixel Buds Pro with a difference -1.8g
True wireless devices have no cables 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 linking the pair of earbuds together. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of 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
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
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. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation uses advanced technology to actively counter noise.
ANC works when, 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) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. The Google Pixel Buds Pro and Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time. The Google Pixel Buds Pro sit tightly in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces background sounds and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
Google Pixel Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size corellates with the sound made by the earbuds. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 driver unit is 7mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 4mm
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. The Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, this implies that
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 make sound with a juicier bass than the Google Pixel Buds Pro
Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, this means that
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Google Pixel Buds Pro
SPL, 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. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's sound pressure level measurement is 107dB/mW.
How loud a device is can be perceived differently by different 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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's battery life is
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 4 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. This is given by the manufacturer, and the Google Pixel Buds Pro's case has a full charge of 20 hours.
A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours,
more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 1 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 for the first time.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 0.5 hours
Google Pixel Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a supported charging pad. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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 shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your device and case. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.
Google Pixel Buds Pro use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
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. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro
Google Pixel Buds Pro support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because 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 fine with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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. 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. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Google Pixel Buds Pro
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise. Google Pixel Buds Pro use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments. Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. 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. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also have this function.
It means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. 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. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also have a control panel on them.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.
Google Pixel Buds Pro come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your bag without a cover may easily damage them. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
