Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
Sony INZONE Buds WFG700/W
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 INZONE Buds WFG700/W
The Sony INZONE Buds receive mixed reviews, with praise for sound quality and battery life but significant criticism for connectivity issues, lack of standard Bluetooth, and poor software support. Many users report interference, pairing problems, and a reliance on a Windows-only app for updates and features. While some find them excellent for PS5 and PC gaming, others experience discomfort, charging failures, and a short lifespan, leading to a polarized sentiment overall.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for some users
- Good for PS5 gaming
- Excellent PC gaming earbuds
Cons
- No standard Bluetooth
- Connectivity interference issues
- Windows-only software for updates
- Poor fitment for some ears
- Pairing problems over time
Scores
Specifications
| Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | Sony INZONE Buds WFG700/W | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 8.399999618530273 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 94 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | LC3 |
| Surround | — | Sony INZONE Buds Wireless Gaming Earbuds, Perfect for PlayStation® 5, for PC/PS5/Switch/Mobile, 48Hr Battery with Case, Noise Canceling, 360 Spatial Sound, 2.4GHz USB-C Dongle, WF-G700N White | Anc an |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | active noise canceling |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✗ | — |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 24 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 1 hrs★ | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1.5 Hours | 10 Minutes for 1 Hour |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 30 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Capacity | — | 450 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | 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 INZONE Buds WFG700/W
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
Pricing
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 3 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 40 specs.
