Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
ICESOMNUS X12 PRO
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
ICESOMNUS X12 PRO
Users praise these earbuds for their secure fit, automatic connection, and good sound quality for the price. However, some find them too large or uncomfortable, and there are complaints about cheap plastic build and connectivity issues. The ear wings are considered too soft to be effective, and the glossy case scratches easily.
Pros
- Secure fit that stays in place
- Automatic Bluetooth connection
- Good sound quality for the price
- Comfortable for users with ear infections
- USB-C charging cable included
Cons
- Too large for some ears
- Cheap plastic build quality
- Connectivity issues with one side cutting out
- Ear wings too soft to be effective
- Glossy case prone to scratches
Scores
Specifications
| Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | ICESOMNUS X12 PRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | semi-in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Extra small, Small, Medium, Large | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.07 kg★ | 0.27 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 94 dB | 101 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | aptX, AAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1 hrs | 1 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1.5 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 30 hrs | 30 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Siri, Android Voice Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX5 |
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
ICESOMNUS X12 PRO
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong sound (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong connectivity (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average battery (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
ICESOMNUS X12 PRO offers 2.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 37 specs.
