Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
Nothing Ear (a) B162
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
Nothing Ear (a) B162
The Nothing Ear (a) earbuds receive mostly positive feedback for their sound quality, strong bass, and value for money, with several users praising the ANC and fit. However, some reviewers report issues with comfort over long periods, battery life, a difficult-to-open case, and occasional connectivity or charging defects. Overall, they are seen as a solid budget option, especially for Nothing phone owners, but not without flaws.
Pros
- Strong bass and sound quality
- Good value for money
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit for many
- Easy setup and app
Cons
- Uncomfortable after long hours
- Battery life not great
- Case hard to open
- Occasional connectivity issues
- Charging defect in one bud
Scores
Specifications
| Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 | Nothing Ear (a) B162 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Extra small, Small, Medium, Large | Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | 0.07 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 94 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | LDAC |
| Surround | — | Simulated Surround, Stereo |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB Type C |
| Range | — | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs | 42.5 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 1 hrs★ | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1.5 Hours | fast charging |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 30 hrs | 42.5 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Android & iOS | Nothing X |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | Water-Resistant |
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
Nothing Ear (a) B162
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Ear (a) B162 offers 2.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 0 of 7 usage categories and 4 of 40 specs.
