Google Pixel Buds 2a
Google
83 Overall Score
vs
Apple AirPods Pro 3
Apple
95 Overall Score
Scores
Budget
Commute
Fitness
Travel
Calls
Gaming
Music
Specifications
| Google Pixel Buds 2a | Apple AirPods Pro 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Extra small, Small, Medium, Large | XXS, XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.05 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Impedance | 24 Ω | 140 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | AAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Silent Seal 1.5 | Adaptive Audio |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB-C |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 7 hrs | 8 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1 Hour | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 20 hrs | 24 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Gemini | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Pixel Buds app | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP54 | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel Buds 2a
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong anc (91st percentile)91st %ile
Apple AirPods Pro 3
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Google Pixel Buds 2a0.551score per dollar
vs
Apple AirPods Pro 30.322score per dollar
Google Pixel Buds 2a offers 1.7x better value for money
Google Pixel Buds 2a
Apple AirPods Pro 3
Verdict
Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 34 specs.
