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Google Pixel Buds Pro Review

Last updated on Aug 18, 2024   10 minute read
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Google Pixel Buds Pro

Google Pixel Buds Pro

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Reasons why you might like the Google Pixel Buds Pro

Overall Score 8.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.

  • Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating of IPX4
  • Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)
  • Battery Life of 11 hours
  • Has Usb Type-C
  • Number Of Microphones of 6 only
  • Has Ambient Sound Mode

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Scoring 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 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. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a weight of 12.4g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds together. Google Pixel Buds Pro have wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit.

Google Pixel Buds Pro are resistant to sweat Google Pixel Buds Pro have stereo speakers, what this means is that Google Pixel Buds Pro's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. ANC makes use of more advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out.

In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.

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 earbuds volume to overcome background sounds. The Google Pixel Buds Pro stay tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down background noise while preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out . The Google Pixel Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass.

A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, the unit size dictates the loudness of the earbuds. The Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. The Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, 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. Google Pixel Buds Pro's battery life is 11 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. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Google Pixel Buds Pro's case is said to have a charge of 20 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.

It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Google Pixel Buds Pro's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods. Google Pixel Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging.

To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and case.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. 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. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Google Pixel Buds Pro support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because 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 well 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. 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. Google Pixel Buds Pro have 6 microphones. Google Pixel Buds Pro use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.

Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds Google Pixel Buds Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Google Pixel Buds Pro support the find earbuds feature. Google Pixel Buds Pro 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 have a 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 mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Google Pixel Buds Pro, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have voice prompts.

With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. Google Pixel Buds Pro come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

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