Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX4, the Google Pixel Buds Pro's rating is read as, the first value 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. In comparison to the Google Pixel Buds Pro, Sony WF 1000XM4 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
Google Pixel Buds Pro have a weight of 12.4g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
Sony WF 1000XM4, at 7.1g
weigh less than the Google Pixel Buds Pro with a difference -5.3g
True wireless devices have no cables connecting 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 distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds together. Sony WF 1000XM4 also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the two earbuds .
The Google Pixel Buds Pro come with wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have sweat resistance
Sony WF 1000XM4's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
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. Both Sony WF 1000XM4 and Google Pixel Buds Pro have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out.
In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 thus "diluting" the noise.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds. The Sony WF 1000XM4 too have ANC which makes both devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro and Sony WF 1000XM4 work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that suits your travel or that suites your chill time. The Google Pixel Buds Pro stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic seal that reduces background noise well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.
Google Pixel Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size dictates the sound produced by the device. Sony WF 1000XM4 driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 5mm
, 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 yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Sony WF 1000XM4's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal bass
The Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device makes high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Sony WF 1000XM4's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that
Sony WF 1000XM4 can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Google Pixel 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. Sony WF 1000XM4's sound pressure level measurement is 105dB/mW.
How loud something is can be considered differently by different persons, so we need to have a way of getting a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
Sony WF 1000XM4's battery life is
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 3 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. The battery life of the charging case 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 many times before having to recharge the case itself. Sony WF 1000XM4's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours,
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 4 hours
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.
Sony WF 1000XM4 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 0.5 hours
The Google Pixel Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a compatible charging pad. Sony WF 1000XM4 also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and case. Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Sony WF 1000XM4 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Sony WF 1000XM4 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 connecting via Bluetooth.
Sony WF 1000XM4 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. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Google Pixel Buds Pro will work fine with your iPad. 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 Sony WF 1000XM4 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, which provides high-resolution audio.
Sony WF 1000XM4 support it as well, LDAC, can automatically change to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability. Google Pixel Buds Pro have 6 microphones. The Sony WF 1000XM4 microphones are 4,
less than that of Google Pixel Buds Pro by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.
Google Pixel Buds Pro use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out noise from the desired sound. The Sony WF 1000XM4 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing them
The Sony WF 1000XM4 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but still want to be able to hear traffic. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
The Sony WF 1000XM4 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. When lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Google Pixel Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature.
Sony WF 1000XM4 too have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to find them. The Google Pixel Buds Pro support fast charging.
Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. Also the Sony WF 1000XM4 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster.
Say, 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 to link 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.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 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 and not miss notifications coming from another connected device. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sony WF 1000XM4 also support the mute function.
It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk. With the Google Pixel Buds Pro, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. The Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a control panel on them.
Google Pixel Buds Pro have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The Sony WF 1000XM4 also support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.
Google Pixel Buds Pro come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover can easily damage them. Sony WF 1000XM4 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
