Pixel Buds Pro vs Pixel Buds Pro 2
Pixel Buds Pro
2022 · $129 today
8371
Pixel Buds Pro 2
2024 · $199 today
8580
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why Pixel Buds Pro is better
No standout numeric advantages.
Why Pixel Buds Pro 2 is better
- Total with case: 30 hrs vs 20 hrs(50% more)
- Ear tip sizes: 4 vs 3(33% more)
- Weight per earbud: 4.7g vs 6.2g(32% less)
- Earbud battery life: 8 hrs vs 7 hrs(14% more)
- ANC reduction: ~30dB vs ~27dB(11% more)
- Bluetooth version: 5.3 vs 5.0(6% more)
Verdict
Pixel Buds Pro 2 leads outright in 6 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Pixel Buds Pro | Pixel Buds Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Driver size | 11mm | 11mm |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC |
| ANC reduction | ~27dB | ~30dB● |
| Battery | ||
| Earbud battery life | 7 hrs | 8 hrs● |
| Total with case | 20 hrs | 30 hrs● |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Comfort & Design | ||
| Weight per earbud | 6.2g | 4.7g● |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IP54 |
| Ear tip sizes | 3 | 4● |
| Connectivity & Features | ||
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | 5.3● |
| Multipoint | Yes | Yes |
| App EQ | Basic EQ | Full EQ |