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Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 vs. Apple AirPods Pro 3: Key Differences The Apple AirPods Pro 3 edge out the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 in active noise cancellation (ANC), achieving superior reduction beyond 80% and more natural transparency mode for seamless awareness. Battery life favors Apple at 8 hours 42 minutes with ANC on (vs. Googles 7 hours 55 minutes), plus intuitive stem pinch controls and head gestures, though both now support the latter via updates. Sound quality is excellent on both, but Apples Adaptive EQ auto-adjusts to ear fit, while Googles offers a customizable EQ; both include spatial audio with head tracking

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2

Launch Date9/25/2024
Launch Price229 USD

Expert Reviews

82/100
16 experts

Apple AirPods 3 Pro

Launch Date9/18/2025
Launch Price249 USD

Expert Reviews

90/100
13 experts

Pros

  • Excellent Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
  • Comfortable fit with secure design
  • Seamless integration with Google Assistant
  • Good sound quality with balanced highs and bass
  • Improved transparency mode

Cons

  • Finicky touch controls
  • Occasional connectivity issues
  • Price is premium and not budget-friendly

Pros

  • Outstanding Active Noise Cancellation industry leading
  • Highly immersive and customizable spatial audio experience
  • Longer battery life compared to previous generation
  • Built-in heart rate sensor enhances fitness tracking
  • Improved fit with foam tips increases comfort and passive noise isolation
  • Advanced controls including swipe volume adjustments
  • Water and sweat resistance for active use

Cons

  • Higher price point compared to some competitors
  • No wired audio option
  • Limited customization outside Apple ecosystem
  • MagSafe charging case still requires cable for power

Specifications

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2025(1)
90.079.0249 USDyesCustom high-excursion Apple driver, Custom high dynamic range amplifier, Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), Adaptive Audio, Transparency mode, Conversation Awareness, Voice Isolation, Personalized Volume, Loud Sound Reduction, Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking, Adaptive EQ, Studio-quality audio recording, Vent system for pressure equalization, Multiport acoustic architecture830{"listening_time_with_ANC":"up to 8 hours","listening_time_with_Spatial_Audio":"up to 7.5 hours"}5.3-47.2 x 62.2 x 21.8MagSafe Charging Case with USB-CApple H2 headphone chip, Apple U2 chip in MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C)AAC, SBC-noPress once to play/pause media, answer call, mute/unmute, Press twice to end call or skip forward, Press thrice to skip back, Press and hold to switch listening modes, Swipe up/down to adjust volume, Say 'Siri' or 'Hey Siri' for voice commands---yesYesyesyesUp to 2x more effective ANC than AirPods Pro 2; 4x more noise removed vs original AirPods ProDual beamforming microphones, Inward-facing microphone, Skin-detect sensor, Motion-detecting accelerometer, Speech-detecting accelerometer, Heart rate sensor (infrared light pulsed 256 times per second)yesIP57IP57Sweat and water resistant (IPX4)-5.55yes
2024(1)
82.087.0229 USDyes-830Up to 30 hours with case, 8 hours without5.45.425.0 x 49.9 x 63.3--AAC, SBCPorcelain, Hazel, Peony, Wintergreenyes-1111mm-yes-yesyes--yesIPX4IP54IP54 (buds), IPX4 (case)65.04.7yes