IP ratings is the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. 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 resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of 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 consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
Google Pixel Buds Pro, at 12.4g
weigh more than the JBL Tune Flex by of 2.8g
True wireless devices have no cables connecting 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 difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds together. Google Pixel Buds Pro also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the pair of earbuds .
JBL Tune Flex have sweat resistance
Google Pixel Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JBL Tune Flex have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro also have stereo speakers
ANC utilises advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.
JBL Tune Flex have ANC 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 outcompete background noise. The Google Pixel Buds Pro too have ANC which makes either of the earbuds ideal for flights and morning commutes. The JBL Tune Flex and Google Pixel Buds Pro operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time.
The JBL Tune Flex sit well in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the device music from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. JBL Tune Flex driver unit is 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, its size dictates the loudness of the earbuds. Google Pixel Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Tune Flex by 1mm
, as many tend to believe 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.
The JBL Tune Flex's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it. Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it. Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured 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. The sound pressure level, a device is can be taken differently by separate people, so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.
The 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 listening time.
The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the manufacturer, and JBL Tune Flex's case has a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging 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 highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. 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 alerts you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights indicate the charging status of your device and case. Google Pixel Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. 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. The JBL Tune Flex have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, 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. JBL Tune Flex have a 10meters distance to connect 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 that is 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.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL Tune Flex will work fine 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 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.
The JBL Tune Flex have 4 microphones. The Google Pixel Buds Pro microphones are 6,
more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. The JBL Tune Flex have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro too use a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas. The JBL Tune Flex microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa.
The size of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the microphone can recognize. JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing them
The Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic.
If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, JBL Tune Flex support the find earbuds feature. Google Pixel Buds Pro too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play a sound from your earbuds to locate them.
JBL Tune Flex support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Google Pixel Buds Pro too 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 can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes. The JBL Tune Flex support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect 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 support multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another connected device. The JBL Tune Flex have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro too support this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. With the JBL Tune Flex, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
Google Pixel Buds Pro too have a control panel on them. JBL Tune Flex support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
Google Pixel Buds Pro also support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device. JBL Tune Flex come with a special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a cover may easily damage them.
Google Pixel Buds Pro also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
