Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IP66, the JLab Epic Air Sport's rating is read as, the first number of 6 denotes that they are completely dust proof, and the second value of 6 means 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 Epic Air Sport, 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,
JLab Epic Air Sport has a higher liquid rating than Google Pixel Buds Pro
JLab Epic Air Sport have a weight of 20g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry. Google Pixel Buds Pro, at 12.4g
are lighter than the JLab Epic Air Sport by -7.6g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JLab Epic Air Sport are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires.
This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds .
Google Pixel Buds Pro also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables linking the two earbuds .
The JLab Epic Air Sport come with wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit. Google Pixel Buds Pro too have wingtips, by resting against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to combat vigorous movement, they come in handy for sports and other physical activities. If used rightly, they prevent the earbuds from falling off.
JLab Epic Air Sport have sweat resistance
Google Pixel Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
JLab Epic Air Sport 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 uses advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out.
In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The JLab Epic Air Sport have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds. The Google Pixel Buds Pro too have ANC which makes both earbuds ideal for flights and morning commutes.
Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that suits your travel or that suites your chill time. The JLab Epic Air Sport stay well in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down background noise and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The JLab Epic Air Sport have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the 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 Epic Air Sport by 3mm
, 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.
JLab Epic Air Sport's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through. Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
JLab Epic Air Sport's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal treble
SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JLab Epic Air Sport'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. The sound pressure level, a device is can be perceived differently by separate people, so we need to have a way of getting a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.
JLab Epic Air Sport's battery life is 15 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is commonly 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
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 4 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time.
The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and JLab Epic Air Sport's case is said to have a charge of 55 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows 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 JLab Epic Air Sport by 35 hours
It requires 3 hours to fully charge the JLab Epic Air Sport's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully 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 JLab Epic Air Sport by 2 hours
The JLab Epic Air Sport, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad. Google Pixel Buds Pro also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds. JLab Epic Air Sport have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your earbuds and charging case. Google Pixel Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. JLab Epic Air Sport use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Google Pixel Buds Pro too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. JLab Epic Air Sport have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables 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 Epic Air Sport
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The JLab Epic Air Sport have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JLab Epic Air Sport
JLab Epic Air Sport 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 the same bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JLab Epic Air Sport will work well 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.
JLab Epic Air Sport have 6 microphones. Google Pixel Buds Pro microphones are 6,
equal to that of the JLab Epic Air Sport
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise. The JLab Epic Air Sport use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro too use a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas. JLab Epic Air Sport support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
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, say you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic.
The JLab Epic Air Sport 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. Google Pixel Buds Pro support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. JLab Epic Air Sport support fast charging.
Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of 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 is filling up much faster.
For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes. The JLab Epic Air Sport, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. The Google Pixel Buds Pro too have a control panel on them.
JLab Epic Air Sport 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. JLab Epic Air Sport have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
Google Pixel Buds Pro too have voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device. The JLab Epic Air Sport come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your bag without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Google Pixel Buds Pro also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
