Jlab Audio Epic Air Sport Anc Vs. Google Pixel Buds Pro Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Google Pixel Buds Pro IPX4

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC IP66

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by a casing, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Having a value of IP66, the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's rating for solids indicates that they are completely dust proof, and of liquids that they can withstand high pressure jet that's 12.5mm diameter, similar to fire hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 meters..

In comparison to the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, Google Pixel Buds Pro have a rating of IPX4 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, Google Pixel Buds Pro has a lower liquid rating than JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC

Weight

Google Pixel Buds Pro 12.4g

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 20g

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a weight of 20g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro, at 12.4g are lighter than the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by -7.6g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds together.

Google Pixel Buds Pro also is true wireless because it has no cables linking the 2 earbuds together.

Wingtips Included

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 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 too have wingtips, these rest against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to combat vigorous movement, wingtips are best suited for sports and other physical activities. If used as directed, they prevent the earbuds from falling off.

Sweat Resistance

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are resistant to sweat

Google Pixel Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have stereo speakers, what this means is that JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's 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

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Active noise cancellation uses more advanced technology to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving zero therefore "diluting" the noise.

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Active Noise Cancellation allowing 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 noise.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that suits your travel or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC sit tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down your environment sounds while preventing the device sound from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Google Pixel Buds Pro 11mm

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 8mm

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size determines the loudness of the earbuds.

Google Pixel Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 3mm , a common assumption 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 imply that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20Hz

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 20Hz

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20,000Hz

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 20,000Hz

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.

Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Google Pixel Buds Pro 75dB/mW

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 110dB/mW

The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's measurement is 110dB/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 taken differently by different persons, so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.

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Battery Life

Google Pixel Buds Pro 11hours

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 15hours

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery life is 15 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Google Pixel Buds Pro's battery life is less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 4 hours . Every 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

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 55hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's case has a charge of 55 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many 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 JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 35 hours

Charge Time

Google Pixel Buds Pro 1hours

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 3hours

It requires 3 hours to fully charge the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods.

Google Pixel Buds Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 2 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.

Google Pixel Buds Pro also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and case.

Google Pixel Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC use USB TYPE-C, an industry-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 electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Google Pixel Buds Pro v5

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC v5

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Bluetooth version of 5, 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, equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Google Pixel Buds Pro 10meters

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 10meters

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Google Pixel Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC

Has Aac

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 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 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.

Has Ldac

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✗

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 can reach a high bitrate of 990kbps, providing high-resolution audio.

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Number Of Microphones

Google Pixel Buds Pro 6only

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 6only

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have 6 microphones.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro microphones are 6, equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing them

The Google Pixel Buds Pro 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 jog but still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Google Pixel 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 ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✗

If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Google Pixel Buds Pro support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 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 can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2only

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✗

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 switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✗

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

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✗

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 2Years

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 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 that has followed instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them inside your bag without a casing may easily damage them.

Google Pixel Buds Pro too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Google Pixel Buds Pro	JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IP66
	weight	12.4g	20g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	8mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	75dB/mW	110dB/mW
POWER	battery life	11hours	15hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	55hours
	charge time	1hours	3hours
	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
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✗
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	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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Jlab Audio Epic Air Sport Anc Vs. Google Pixel Buds Pro Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Wingtips Included

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Ldac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included