Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
Sony Sports MDRAS410AW
What Buyers Say
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
The Pixel Buds Pro 2 are overwhelmingly praised for their excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit. Users highlight seamless pairing with Pixel phones and other devices, along with impressive battery life. Some minor criticisms include finicky touch controls, lack of a charging cable, and a desire for more color options, but overall sentiment is highly positive.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Seamless pairing with Pixel
- Long battery life
Cons
- Finicky touch controls
- No charging cable included
- Limited color options
- ANC not as good as over-ear
- Occasional connection issues
Sony Sports MDRAS410AW
These Sony earbuds deliver impressive sound quality with good bass and treble balance, making them a solid choice for music lovers. However, many users report that the ear loop design is finicky and requires practice to secure properly, with some experiencing loosening during exercise. Durability concerns are also common, as several reviewers mention breakage at the speaker attachment or cable. Despite these issues, the adjustable fit and comfortable material are praised, especially for sports use.
Pros
- Great sound quality with balanced bass and treble
- Adjustable ear loop fit
- Comfortable material
- Good for sports and exercise
- Works with phone calls and PlayStation
Cons
- Ear loop design is finicky and hard to secure
- Loosens during exercise
- Durability issues with speaker attachment and cable
- Bulky design
- White cable shows grime easily
Scores
Specifications
| Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | Sony Sports MDRAS410AW | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Extra small, Small, Medium, Large | — |
| Weight | 0.07 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 94 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✗ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 1 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1.5 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 30 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Android & iOS | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | — |
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong mic (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
Sony Sports MDRAS410AW
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
- Below average sound (28th percentile)
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
Pricing
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
No current pricing available
Sony Sports MDRAS410AW
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 20 of 37 specs.
