Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Google Pixel Buds Pro Review

Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).

Scoring IPX4, the JBL Tune Flex'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 JBL Tune Flex, Google Pixel Buds Pro 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 JBL Tune Flex have a weight of 9.6g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro, at 12.4g are heavier than the JBL Tune Flex with a difference of 2.8g For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, JBL Tune Flex are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds . Google Pixel Buds Pro also is true wireless because it has no cables linking the 2 earbuds together. JBL Tune Flex are resistant to sweat Google Pixel Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc JBL Tune Flex have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Tune Flex's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Google Pixel Buds Pro and JBL Tune Flex have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation uses more advanced technology 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 (noise) then producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.

The JBL Tune Flex have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds. Google Pixel Buds Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that suits your commute or that suites your chill time.

JBL Tune Flex sit tightly in place, this creates an acoustic seal that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out . Both Google Pixel Buds Pro, and JBL Tune Flex have passive noise reduction which implies that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. JBL Tune Flex driver unit is 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size determines the loudness of the earbuds.

Google Pixel Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Tune Flex by 1mm , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. The JBL Tune Flex'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.

Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices make sound with equal bass The JBL Tune Flex'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 makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal treble SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Tune Flex's measurement is 108dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

Google Pixel Buds Pro's sound pressure level measurement is 75dB/mW. How loud a device is can be considered differently by different people, so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. JBL Tune Flex's battery life is 8 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 have to charge the device less often. Google Pixel Buds Pro's battery life is more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 3 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the JBL Tune Flex's case is said to have a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself. Google Pixel Buds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours, less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 4 hours It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Tune Flex's battery.

It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods. Google Pixel Buds Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 1 hours JBL Tune Flex have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your device and charging case.

Google Pixel Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. The JBL Tune Flex use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Google Pixel Buds Pro too use USB TYPE-C.

This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. JBL Tune Flex have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Google Pixel Buds Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of JBL Tune Flex . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

The JBL Tune Flex have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex JBL Tune Flex support AAC, a codec 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 JBL Tune Flex will work well with your iPhone. If you intend 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 Google Pixel 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. JBL Tune Flex have 4 microphones.

While the Google Pixel Buds Pro microphones are 6, more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds. JBL Tune Flex have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out noise from the desired sound. The Google Pixel Buds Pro too use a noise-canceling type of microphone.

This is useful in noisy areas. The JBL Tune Flex microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/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 microphone can pick up. JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds The Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to be able to hear traffic. When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the JBL Tune Flex have a find earbuds feature.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro too have the find earbuds feature. Use the device app on your phone to play a sound from your device to find them. The JBL Tune Flex support fast charging.

Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device. The Google Pixel Buds Pro 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 is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes. JBL Tune Flex support 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 having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another device. The JBL Tune Flex have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Google Pixel Buds Pro also have the mute function.

It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. The JBL Tune Flex, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Google Pixel Buds Pro also have a control panel on them.

JBL Tune Flex have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. Google Pixel Buds Pro too support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.

JBL Tune Flex come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Google Pixel Buds Pro also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.