Google Pixel Buds A-Series
Google
46 Overall Score
vs
Apple AirPods Pro 3
Apple
95 Overall Score
Scores
Budget
Commute
Fitness
Travel
Calls
Gaming
Music
Specifications
| Google Pixel Buds A-Series | Apple AirPods Pro 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | three eartip sizes | XXS, XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.05 kg | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Impedance | 1 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | AAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Adaptive Audio |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3★ |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB-C |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 5 hrs | 8 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | Not stated | 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 24 hrs | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 2★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Android & iOS |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | IP57 |
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel Buds A-Series
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong battery (74th percentile)
- Strong build (73rd percentile)
- Strong comfort (73rd percentile)
- Below average sound (32nd percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
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 (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Google Pixel Buds A-Series0.580score per dollar
vs
Apple AirPods Pro 30.477score per dollar
Google Pixel Buds A-Series offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Apple AirPods Pro 3
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 32 specs.
